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LigaSure LigaSure 8Recalls & reported problems

Covidien LP · Vessel Sealing System,240 V · Class 2

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Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

Adverse event reports
2
Deaths reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Recalls naming it
0

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 2 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10884524002767), received between Aug 17, 2017 and Nov 2, 2017 — classified as 2 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Device Remains Activated” (1 report).

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 16, 2026.

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Device Remains Activated1
  • Energy Output To Patient Tissue Incorrect1

Patient problems

  • No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient1
  • No Patient Involvement1

Recent adverse event reports

The 2 most recent of 2 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • MalfunctionNov 2, 2017Energy Output To Patient Tissue Incorrect; Energy Output To Patient Tissue Incorrect

    ACCORDING TO THE REPORTER, THE DEVICE DID NOT SEAL. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

    Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient

    MAUDE report 6996926 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 17, 2017Device Remains Activated; Device Remains Activated

    THE CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICING THE UNIT DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY STOP ACTIVATION. NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT OR INJURY.

    Patient problems: No Patient Involvement

    MAUDE report 6802173 ↗

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