Ethicon Endo-Surgery General Laparoscopic Tray, Product #TGL33. Recall
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
General Laparoscopic Tray, Product #TGL33.
Brand
Ethicon Endo-Surgery
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot Numbers: T4WF6D, T4WT8Y, T4X52J, T4Y03E.
Products Sold
Lot Numbers: T4WF6D, T4WT8Y, T4X52J, T4Y03E.
Ethicon Endo-Surgery is recalling General Laparoscopic Tray, Product #TGL33. due to A defective articulation band may result in improper staple formation with possible hematosis.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
A defective articulation band may result in improper staple formation with possible hematosis.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
The firm contacted their customers by FedEx on 11/25/2003. The product will be returned and destroyed.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026