Progressive Medical Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-0159-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Progressive Medical PMI Endoscopic Dissector with Kittner Tip (5mm x 40cm), Reorder Number: PMILK40, Product Sterile in Unopened/Undamaged pouch, Cotton Tip - X-Ray Detectable, 1 Pc/Pouch, 10 Pouches/Box, 20 boxes/case. Product Usage: The product is used for pushing tissue from the incision or wound during medical procedures. Per the IFU, the indications for use are for gynecological laparoscopy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and other laparoscopic procedures.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: October 28, 2011

Date Posted: November 7, 2012

Recall Number: Z-0159-2013

Event ID: 62386

Reason for Recall:

The tip of the product could come loose or unravel.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 124 boxes

Code Information:

Lot 1104-01

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide Distribution in the states of: CO, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MN, MO, NE, OH, OK, TN, TX, VA, and WI.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated