Katalyst Surgical recalls DEX Ophthalmic Tissue Forceps (Model DVF4016-25-S) due to field safety corrective action in the user manual. Affected units have specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
Field Safety Corrective Action for IFU in DEX Forceps and Scissors.
Katalyst Surgical is recalling DEX Ophthalmic Tissue Forceps with model number DVF4016-25-S because of a safety issue described in the user manual. This recall affects specific batches of forceps with particular lot numbers and expiration dates.
The recall is based on a field safety corrective action mentioned in the user manual. The exact hazard mechanism is not described in the provided record, so the risk level cannot be determined.
Medical professionals using these surgical instruments are most at risk. Patients and healthcare facilities that have the recalled model may be affected.
Check for the model number DVF4016-25-S on the forceps. Affected units have specific lot numbers (M47582, M48049, M48801, M49278, M451038) and expiration dates listed in the recall notice.
Identify the model number and lot number on the forceps to confirm if it is affected.
The model number is DVF4016-25-S.
Affected lot numbers include M47582, M48049, M48801, M49278, and M451038.
The recall does not specify a deadline for action; check the product details to confirm if your forceps are affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Katalyst Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2072-2026 — Katalyst Surgical Katalyst Surgical Hello, I own a Katalyst Surgical that is covered by recall Z-2072-2026 from Katalyst Surgical. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
