Aesculap recalls several nonsterile hemostatic forceps models due to potential clamp breakage during use. Affected models include Negus and Schnidt Tonsil Forceps with specific reference numbers.
The forceps have been used in ways not covered by the design resulting in breakage of the clamps.
Aesculap is recalling multiple models of nonsterile hemostatic forceps because they can break during use. This breakage could cause injury if the forceps are used in medical procedures. Affected models include Negus and Schnidt Tonsil Forceps with specific reference numbers.
The forceps are designed for specific use cases, but if used in ways not covered by their design, the clamps can break. This breakage could lead to injury during medical procedures if the forceps are not properly secured.
Medical professionals who use these forceps for procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these forceps could be affected if the clamps break.
Check for reference numbers like BH951R, BH952R, BH957R, BH959R, BH961R, BH963R, or BH965R on the forceps packaging or product labels. These models were sold with specific GTIN numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for reference numbers such as BH951R, BH952R, BH957R, BH959R, BH961R, BH963R, or BH965R on the forceps packaging or product labels.
The recall states that these forceps can break if used in ways not covered by their design, so they should not be used until the recall is addressed.
Affected models include Negus Tonsil Forceps HVY-CVD 190MM (BH951R), Negus Tonsil Forceps X-HVY-CVD190MM (BH952R), Schnidt Tonsil Forceps SLT-CVD185MM (BH957R), and others with specific reference numbers listed in the recall.
Check the reference number on the forceps packaging or product labels. The affected models have reference numbers like BH951R, BH952R, BH957R, BH959R, BH961R, BH963R, or BH965R.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Aesculap to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1312-2025 — Aesculap Aesculap Hello, I own a Aesculap that is covered by recall Z-1312-2025 from Aesculap. 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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