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Use of a product with this assembly error may result in incomplete staple formation.", "root_cause_description": "Under Investigation by firm", "action": "Urgent Medical Device Recall notification letters dated 8/12/20 were sent to customers.\n\nRequired Actions:\n1.Please immediately quarantine and discontinue use of affected item codes with associated lot numbers listedon Attachment A.\n2.Please return affected product as indicated below. All unused products from the affected item codes and associated lot numbers must be returned.\n3.If you have distributed the Covidien Endo GIA\" Auto Suture\" universal articulating loading units listed on Attachment A, please promptly forward the information from this letter to those recipients.\n4.Complete the Recalled Product Return Form even if you do not have inventory.\n\nWe regret any inconvenience this may cause. We are committed to patient safety and appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. 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