W L Gore GORE VIABIL Short Wire Biliary Endoprosthesis VSWVN1010 Recall (Unknown Month)
Announced 2026-08-19 · FDA
The recall involves the GORE VIABIL Short Wire Biliary Endoprosthesis, Model No. VSWVN1010, with 13 units distributed nationwide in GA and RI. The devices were mislabeled as 10 mm diameter x 10 cm length devices without transmural drainage holes (VSWVN1010) when they are 10 mm diameter x 7 cm with transmural drainage holes (VSWVH1006). The affected lot serial numbers are 30970948 through 30970960. No corrective action is listed.
| Brand | W L Gore & Associates, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Product | GORE VIABIL Short Wire Biliary Endoprosthesis, Model No. VSWVN1006. Flexible, self-expanding endoprosthesis designed to maintain luminal patency of the common bile duct which may be obstructed. |
| Reason | 10 mm diameter x 7 cm with transmural drainage holes (VSWVH1006) incorrectly labeled as 10 mm diameter x 10 cm length devices without transmural drainage holes (VSWVN1010). |
| Severity | moderate |
| Units affected | 13 |
| Distribution | U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of GA and RI. |
| Agency | FDA |
| Recall / campaign no. | Incorrect Catalogue Number/UDI: VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796, VSWVH1006 / 00733132638796; Lot Serial No. 30970948, 30970949, 30970950, 30970951, 30970952, 30970953, 30970954, 30970955, 30970956, 30970957, 30970958, 30970959, 30970960. |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- If you have any GORE VIABIL Short Wire Biliary Endoprosthesis from lots 30970948–30970960, stop using them and consult your healthcare provider.
- Do not implant or use devices labeled as VSWVN1010 until advised; verify model and lot numbers with your clinician.
- Contact the manufacturer (GORE) or the hospital/distributor for disposition, replacement, or further instructions.
- If you have health concerns, seek medical advice promptly.
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