Karl Storz recalls optical biopsy and grasping forceps (REF 723400) due to potential sterility failure. All lots of affected material number 04048551194416 are impacted. Consumers should contact Karl Storz for details.
Due to failure of manual cleaning validation, biopsy and grasping forceps like sterility assurance.
Karl Storz is recalling optical biopsy and grasping forceps (REF 723400) because improper cleaning could compromise sterility. This poses a risk of infection during medical procedures if the instruments are not properly sterilized.
The forceps may not be properly sterilized after use because the cleaning validation fails. This could lead to contamination and infection during medical procedures if the instruments are reused without adequate cleaning.
Medical professionals using the recalled forceps for procedures. Patients undergoing surgery with these instruments face infection risks if the instruments are not properly sterilized.
Check for the product name 'Optical Biopsy and Grasping Forceps' with reference number REF 723400. All lots with material number 04048551194416 are affected.
Reach out to Karl Storz Endoscopy for specific instructions on handling the recalled forceps.
Yes, all lots with material number 04048551194416 are affected.
Look for the product name 'Optical Biopsy and Grasping Forceps' with reference number REF 723400 and material number 04048551194416.
Contact Karl Storz Endoscopy for specific instructions on handling the recalled forceps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Karl Storz Endoscopy to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0837-2025 — Karl Storz Endoscopy Karl Storz Endoscopy Hello, I own a Karl Storz Endoscopy that is covered by recall Z-0837-2025 from Karl Storz Endoscopy. 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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