Supply Issues Medtronic Limited Bag Specimen Retrieval Products FGB041 (ICN 2262)

Change:

• The supplier Medtronic Limited has informed us of a supply issue with its Bag Specimen Retrieval Products.
• One product code is affected in total, FGB041.
• The supply issue is due to their supplier experiencing manufacturing issues.

Impact:

• FGB041 is currently subject to intermittent supply.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
• FGB097 – Bag Specimen Retrieval.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 31 October 2023.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• We will update the ICN when we have further information.
• 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.