Supply Issues Medtronic Limited Surgical Stapling FGS274 and FGS281 (ICN 3141)

• The supply issue with surgical stapling products from Medtronic is now resolved.
• FGS274 has now been delisted and is no longer available to order through our online catalogue.
• FGS281 is available while stock lasts, once depleted it will be delisted and no longer available to order.
• This ICN is now closed.

• The supply issue with Surgical Stapling products from Medtronic is ongoing.
• FGS281 and FGS274 remain subject to intermittent supply.
• Two products remain affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• We will update this ICN as soon as we have further information.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 31 August 2026.

• The supply issue with Surgical Stapling products from Medtronic is continuing.
• One product is now subject to intermittent supply:
  • FGS281 – Gastrointestinal Stapling gia 80-3.8 sgl use loading unit x6.
• One product remains subject to intermittent supply:
  • FGS274 – Gastrointestinal Stapling gia 80-3.8 sgl use reload stapler x3.
• Two products remain affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• We will continue to review the stock to minimise further disruption.  We will update this ICN as soon as we have further information.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 26 June 2026.

• The supply issue with Surgical Stapling products from Medtronic is continuing.
• One product remains suspended and unavailable to order:
  • FGS281 – Gastrointestinal Stapling gia 80-3.8 sgl use loading unit x6.
• One product remains subject to intermittent supply:
  • FGS274 – Gastrointestinal Stapling gia 80-3.8 sgl use reload stapler x3.
• Two products remain affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 31 March 2026.

• The supply issue with Surgical Stapling products from Medtronic is continuing.
• One product is now suspended and unavailable to order:
  • FGS281 – Gastrointestinal Stapling gia 80-3.8 sgl use loading unit x6.
• One product remains subject to intermittent supply:
  • FGS274 – Gastrointestinal Stapling gia 80-3.8 sgl use reload stapler x3.
• Two products remain affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• We will continue to review the stock to minimise further disruption and will update this ICN as soon as we have further information.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 9 January 2026.

Change:

• The supplier Medtronic Limited has informed us of a supply issue with its Surgical Stapling products.
• There are two products affected:
  • FGS274 – Gastro Intestinal Stapling gia 80-3.8 sgl use reload stapler x3
  • FGS281 – Gastro Intestinal Stapling gia 80-3.8 sgl use loading unit x6.
• The supply issue is due to increased demand and lead times.

Impact:          

• The affected product codes are currently subject to intermittent supply.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• However, some of these products may also be subject to intermittent supply
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 31 December 2025.

Next Steps:

• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier, and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• 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.
• 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.