Kirwan recalls Walcott Bipolar Pencil 25 Gauge Straight (model RX14-5011) due to potential outer steel tube breaking or detaching during eye surgery. This could cause injury if the tube separates.
Potential for the outer stainless-steel tube to break or detach.
Kirwan is recalling Walcott Bipolar Pencil 25 Gauge Straight surgical tools because their outer steel tube might break or detach during use. This poses a risk of injury if the tube separates during eye surgery procedures.
The outer stainless-steel tube could break or detach during surgical procedures. If this happens, it might cause injury to the patient or the surgeon if the detached tube becomes a hazard.
Surgical professionals using the Walcott Bipolar Pencil 25 Gauge Straight for eye or soft tissue procedures. Those with the model RX14-5011 are most at risk.
Check for the model number RX14-5011 on the product packaging. The pencils are designed for eye surgery and have a 25-gauge tip. All units with expiration dates from 2027-09-01 or later are affected.
Look for the model number RX14-5011 on the packaging or product label.
Reach out to Kirwan Surgical Products for specific guidance on handling the recalled item.
The outer stainless-steel tube could break or detach during use, potentially causing injury during eye surgery procedures.
The model number is RX14-5011.
Check for the model number RX14-5011 on the packaging. The pencils have a 25-gauge tip and expiration dates from 2027-09-01 or later.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kirwan to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0658-2025 — Kirwan Kirwan Hello, I own a Kirwan that is covered by recall Z-0658-2025 from Kirwan. 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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