FDA-Device2019-08-14Class II

EnCor Breast Biopsy Probes, packaged individually in sterile pouches, 5 pouches/carton, single use, Rx, catalog/REF numbers 12GV Upright (Vertical) - REF ECP0112GV. Product Usage: Indicated for use in acquiring tissue for diagnosing breast abnormalities.

Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc
Hazard

There has been an increase in complaints related to leaks, suction issues, and failure to obtain samples while using the product.

Sold states
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution, including Puerto Rico. There was government and foreign distribution and no military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Algeria, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Martinique, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Reunion, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Viet Nam.
Affected count
239 units
Manufactured in
1625 W 3rd St Bldg 1, N/A, Tempe, AZ, United States
Products
EnCor Breast Biopsy Probes, packaged individually in sterile pouches, 5 pouches/carton, single use, Rx, catalog/REF numbers 12GV Upright (Vertical) - REF ECP0112GV. Product Usage: Indicated for use in acquiring tissue for diagnosing breast abnormalities.

Official notice

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2212-2019

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