The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1957-2019·Announced 2019-07-17

Richard Wolf Recalls E-Line Cutting Electrode Due to Incorrect Product Packaging

Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp. is recalling E-Line Cutting Electrodes because some packages contain the wrong electrode type.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a minor labeling/packaging error where the wrong product type is included, without reported injuries or illnesses.

Plain-English summary

Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp. is recalling E-Line Cutting Electrode 11.5Fr Mono 0 degrees, Sterile (Product Number 8416.0305). The recall is due to a packaging error where some packages labeled as E-Line Cutting Electrode 8416.0305 actually contain an E-Line Hook Electrode 8416.09 instead of the intended cutting electrode.

The affected products were distributed in the United States, specifically in South Carolina, Rhode Island, and Missouri. The recalled items are identified by Batch Number 1390827 and have expiration dates of 10/15/2023 and 03/11/2024. Each box contains five packaged electrodes.

Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the affected electrodes and contact Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp. for instructions on returning the product. This recall is classified as Class II by the FDA, indicating that use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
E-Line Cutting Electrode 11.5Fr Mono 0 degrees, Sterile. One electrode is placed in a plastic tray and then inserted into a Tyvek pouch. Five packaged electrodes are placed in a white box. Product Usage: Resectoscopes are used for endoscopically controlled ablation of tissue. T

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • Product Number: 8416.0305
  • Batch Number: 1390827
  • Expiration Dates 10/15/2023 and 03/11/2024

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 3 states specifically:

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