CLASS II Device recall · Reported 3 Feb 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report
Lipogems SPA Aspiration Cannulae, intended recalled
Globalmed Logistix is recalling Lipogems SPA Aspiration Cannulae, intended for aspiration of adipose tissue, distributed in 7 states. The recall was initiated on 15 Dec 2015 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0690-2016
- FDA event ID
- 72904
- Recalling firm
- Globalmed Logistix, Norcross, GA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 15 Dec 2015
- FDA classified
- 25 Jan 2016
- Reported
- 3 Feb 2016
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Heart & Vascular Devices
Timeline
| 15 Dec 2015 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 25 Jan 2016 | Classified by FDA | +41 days |
| 3 Feb 2016 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The cannulae may bend during procedure.
Product as listed by the FDA
Lipogems SPA Aspiration Cannulae, intended for aspiration of adipose tissue. LGC 13G (13G x 185mm), Sterile.
Where it was distributed
CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, NJ and NY.
CaliforniaColoradoConnecticutFloridaGeorgiaNew JerseyNew York
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
The cannulae may bend during procedure.
Which lots are affected?
Ref # AR1318, Lot AB 0643 and AB 0732. Expiration date 04/2020.
Where was it sold?
CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, NJ and NY.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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