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Supply Issues Medtronic Stapling and Trocars FGS182 and FGE3243 (ICN 2887)

Important Customer Notice Status Update Type Supply Disruption

Ref: 2025/2887 ICN Number: 2887

  • The supply issue with Stapling and Trocars from Medtronic has improved.
  • One product is now available to order through our online catalogue:
    • FGS179 – Open Thoracic Abdominal Stapler
  • Two products remain subject to intermittent supply:
    • FGE3243 – Veress Needle
    • FGS182 – Open Thoracic Abdominal Stapler.
  • Two products are now 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 14 July 2025.

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  • 2887 Medtronic Product Listing with Alternatives 25 June 2025

    An Excel file showing the product listing with alternatives for ICN 2887.
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