Neuroguard Carotid Stent (Contego Medical) – Embolic Protection Issue (2025)

Check Your Product

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Reason for Recall

As stated by FDA

Carotid stent and post-dilation balloon system with integrated embolic protection system has an integrated filter that may not open or may not fully open during sheath retraction and operation of the filter knob. The stent is used with a primary distal embolic protection device.

Recommended Action

Per FDA guidance

On 9/4/2025, communication and training to the field representatives started with in person letter distribution following immediately after. Customers were asked to do the following: Action Required 1) Inventory Check: Medtronic and Contego sales representatives will visit your facility to conduct an inventory count of devices from the affected lots. 2) Quarantine Affected Devices: Any identified devices will be removed from use and quarantined by the Medtronic or Contego team. 3) Return: Medtronic and Contego will remove affected devices. If replacements are desired, they can be provided during the same visit. 4) Confirmation: Sign and return the enclosed acknowledgment form to confirm receipt of this advisory and the completion of actions performed by Medtronic or Contego. 5) Please email the completed form to Contego Medical recall@contegomedical.com as soon as possible and retain a copy of the form to provide to the representative at the time of their visit. If you have questions, contact the firm's Recall Support Team at recall@contegomedical.com or call 919-459-7250 Extension 4.