FDA Is Aware That Intuitive Surgical Issued Letter To Affected Customers Recommending Some Curved-Tip Staplers Be Removed From Where They Are Used/Sold; As Of Feb 23, Intuitive Surgical Reported Four Serious Injuries & One Death Associated With Surgical Stapler Issue

Intuitive Surgical has issued a letter to customers recommending the removal of certain curved-tip staplers from use and sale, following reports of serious injuries and one death associated with these devices. As of February 23, the company has reported four serious injuries linked to the surgical stapler issue. The FDA is aware of this situation and is monitoring the developments.