Supply Issues Medtronic UK Limited Mechanic Stapling Products (ICN 2104)

• The supplier Medtronic UK Limited has informed us that the supply issue with its mechanic stapling products is ongoing.
• Five gastrointestinal stapling product codes remain subject to intermittent supply:
  • FGS272, FGS273, FGS274, FGS275, and FGS278.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing below for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 22 May 2023.

Change:

• The supplier Medtronic UK Limited has informed us of a supply issue with its mechanic stapling products.
• The five gastrointestinal stapling product codes affected are:
  • FGS272, FGS273, FGS274, FGS275, and FGS278.
• The supply issue is due to manufacturing delays. Specifically, components received by Medtronic UK Limited are out of specification and have been pulled from production. There will be a delay to supply while these products are being inspected.

Impact:          

• The affected codes are subject to intermittent supply.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads section to access the product listing below for further information on the affected product codes.
• Although we do not currently have a resolution date for the supply issue, we will update the ICN as soon as we have further information.

Next Steps:              

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the available alternative products.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Relationship Manager or 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.