Karl Storz recalls flexible hystero-fiberscope kits with expired single-use endoscopic seals for gynecology procedures, which could compromise sterility during medical use.
Flexible hysteroscopes indicated for use during diagnostic and operative hysteroscopic procedures may contain an expired single use endoscopic seal for gynecology use, which could impact the assurance of sterility.
Karl Storz is recalling flexible hystero-fiberscope kits that contain expired single-use endoscopic seals. This could lead to compromised sterility during medical procedures, posing a risk of infection.
The single-use endoscopic seal for gynecology procedures has expired, meaning it may not maintain sterility properly. This could allow contamination during medical procedures, increasing infection risk.
Medical professionals using these kits for gynecological procedures may be affected. Patients undergoing procedures with these kits could face infection risks.
Check for kit serial numbers listed in the recall: 2274269, 2273282, 2276217, and other numbers provided. The expired seal has a January 23, 2023 expiration date.
Look for serial numbers on the kit that match the list provided in the recall: 2274269, 2273282, 2276217, and others.
The single-use endoscopic seal for gynecology procedures has expired, which could compromise sterility during medical procedures.
Check the kit serial numbers against the list provided in the recall. If it matches, stop using it and contact Karl Storz for instructions.
The recall addresses potential infection risk from compromised sterility, not direct injury risks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Karl Storz to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2794-2026 — Karl Storz Karl Storz Hello, I own a Karl Storz that is covered by recall Z-2794-2026 from Karl Storz. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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