Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer recall (Medtronic Perfusion Systems)
Medical deviceClass IIOngoing
Summary: Medtronic Perfusion Systems is recalling Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer, disposable tissue stabilization system, Product Number TSMICS1. Reason: During the manufacturing, Medtronic personnel identified an assembly issue where the tubing was incorrectly positioned. The short tube was attached to the bottom of the canister, and the long tube was attached to the top, contrary to the intended design.
What is being recalled
Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer, disposable tissue stabilization system, Product Number TSMICS1
Why
During the manufacturing, Medtronic personnel identified an assembly issue where the tubing was incorrectly positioned. The short tube was attached to the bottom of the canister, and the long tube was attached to the top, contrary to the intended design.
How serious is it
Class II is the middle level: using or being exposed to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, and the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where it was sold
US Nationwide. Global Distribution.
How to tell if yours is affected
UDI-DI: 00763000543693; Lot Number: 0232837110, Additional lots as of 5/22/26: 0231547054 0231591827 0231758880 0231758898 0231758932 0231792414 0231792421 0231912903 0232670901 0232709219 0232709254 0232744928 0232784925 0232784989 0232805458
What to do
Check the model, lot or serial numbers above against your device. If yours is affected, contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider before you stop using a device you rely on.
Recall facts
| Recall number | Z-1473-2026 |
| Category | Medical device |
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
| Severity | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall started | January 13, 2026 |
| Reported | March 4, 2026 |
| Company | Medtronic Perfusion Systems |
| Company location | Brooklyn Park, MN, United States |
| Initiated by | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
| Quantity | 939 units |
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