Supply Issues Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd Surgical Stapling FGE8405, FGE8409 and FGE8418 (ICN 3023)

Change:

• The supplier Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Surgical Stapling products.
• Three eDirect products are affected:
  • FGE8405 – Laparoscopic instruments PWRD 31MM CURVED CIRC 18CM SHA.
  • FGE8409 – Laparoscopic instruments PWRD 29MM CURVED CIRC 18CM SHA.
  • FGE8418 – Laparoscopic instruments PWRD 25MM CURVED CIRC 18CM SHA.
• The supply issue is due to increased demand and lead times.
• Demand for the products have increased and the supplier is demand managing the stock levels.

Impact:

• The affected codes are still available to order on intermittent supply basis.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 31 October 2025.

Next Steps:                

• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing temporary supply issues and therefore, customers may need to consider clinically reviewing all additional alternatives provided.
• The supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier and we will continue to monitor the stock situation to minimise further disruption.
• We will update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.