Hazard
14 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 14 surgical instrument defect recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 0 (0%) are Severe.
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AVID Medical is recalling Halyard VA lumbar laminectomy surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may have loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ENT surgical convenience kits due to potential metal flakes from forceps and clamps that could enter a patient's surgical site. Metal flakes may cause local or foreign body reactions during surgery.
Alcon is recalling ClearCut and A-OK ophthalmic surgical knives due to sharpness complaints. The defect affects 1,057 units distributed nationwide and internationally.
Alcon Research LLC is recalling 2,520 CLEARCUT HP2 DB ophthalmic knives due to increased reports of reduced sharpness. The affected lot 164RY1 was distributed nationwide and internationally.
Alcon is recalling 3,721 units of its 25GA Valved Entry System ophthalmic knives due to complaint reports about sharpness. The devices were distributed nationwide and internationally to 50+ countries.
Alcon is recalling ophthalmic surgical knives (model 8065990002) due to increased complaint reports regarding sharpness. Approximately 9,384 units have been distributed domestically and internationally.
The Apical Coring Knife in HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist System kits may be inadequately sharp, potentially extending surgical implantation time. Thoratec has distributed 2,681 affected units worldwide.
GEO Instrument Kits for EPS Plates contain drill guides marked with an incorrect depth range (30mm-60mm instead of 10mm-40mm), which could affect surgical implant placement.
Aesculap Implant Systems LLC is recalling the LEFT CORONAL BENDER (TEK1939) surgical instrument used in spinal procedures because it may deform implants when used with spinal system devices.
Aesculap is recalling the ENDURO SPECIAL KEY TIB.LOCK.RING (product code NP462R) used in knee replacement surgery because the key pins may be damaged during assembly, causing the instrument to become nonfunctional.
Beaver Visitec is recalling CustomEyes surgical kits where Crescent Knives contain bevel-up blades instead of the specified bevel-down blades. The specification error could affect surgical precision during cataract procedures.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 156 Persona EM Distal Rods because the ratchet teeth may not latch onto the rod. The defect could affect the stability of the surgical instrument during use.
DePuy Orthopaedics is recalling 814 RECLAIM Taper Protector Sleeves because the product can be difficult to remove from the Distal Stem.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8mm Fenestrated Bipolar Forceps used with the da Vinci Surgical System because the cautery plug insert may dislodge, preventing proper cable connection and causing loss of cautery function.