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Maquet Cardiovascular Heartstring III Proximal Seal System Recalled for 168 Units Worldwide (2025)

Maquet Cardiovascular recalled 168 Heartstring III Proximal Seal System intravascular occluders worldwide, including the United States. Three failure modes have been identified: loading the Heartstring Seal, deploying it into the aortotomy, and achieving adequate hemostasis. Healthcare facilities should stop using the device and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions.

Official notice

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA DEVICE
Recall date
August 15, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 15, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Maquet Cardiovascular
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
Maquet Cardiovascular
Product type
Intravascular anastomosis occluder
Model numbers
HS-3045
Sold at
Multiple Retailers
Where affected
ALL

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    August 15, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA DEVICE

    September 24, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Three failure modes have been identified: failure of the Heartstring Seal to load, failure of the Heartstring Seal to deploy into the aortotomy, and failure of the deployed Heartstring Seal to provide adequate hemostasis.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

About This Product

Heartstring III Proximal Seal System is an intravascular occluder used in aortic surgery to achieve hemostasis at the aortotomy.

Why This Is Dangerous

The device has three identified failure modes: loading failure, deployment failure into the aortotomy, and inadequate hemostasis.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the notice.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals may need to halt procedures using this device and switch to alternative closure methods, which could affect surgical planning and patient flow.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Verify device model HS-3045 and UDI 00607567700307 against inventory.
  2. If matched, follow the recall instructions from Maquet Cardiovascular and your institution.

Where to find product info

Refer to Maquet Cardiovascular recall communications and the FDA enforcement page Z-2586-2025.

What timeline to expect

Remedies and replacement timelines are determined by the manufacturer and hospital procurement processes; expect several weeks to months.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital risk management
  • Contact the manufacturer using official channels
  • Engage regulatory authorities if necessary

How to prevent similar issues

  • Implement recall tracking in hospital inventory systems
  • Confirm device model and serial numbers before use in any procedure
  • Stay updated with FDA/Regulatory notices for medical devices similar to this category

Documentation advice

Document all recalled units, patient cases affected, and communications with the manufacturer.

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Product Details

Model No. HS-3045; UDI 00607567700307; Serial Nos 3000365549, 3000428264, 3000447331, 3000460255, 3000390361, 3000420107, 3000475915; Quantity: 168 units; Distribution: Worldwide (including US); Sold since: Unknown; Price: Unknown.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 168 units recalled worldwide

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
HS-3045
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
September 24, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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