Alcon recalls specific A-OK 19G V-Lance ophthalmic knives due to sharpness complaints. Affected models include 8065911901 with lot numbers 16F1KH, 16F1KJ, 16F1P7, 16FXNJ, 16J9AE. Consumers should check their product details.
Alcon has detected an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness for specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Comeal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.
Alcon is recalling specific models of A-OK 19G V-Lance ophthalmic knives after reports of sharpness issues. This recall matters because sharp knives can cause injury during eye surgery procedures.
The knives have been reported to be too sharp, which could lead to accidental cuts during eye surgery. This sharpness issue may cause injury if the knife slips or is mishandled during procedures.
Ophthalmic surgeons and medical professionals who use the A-OK 19G V-Lance ophthalmic knives. Those with the specific model and lot numbers listed are most at risk.
Check for the model number 8065911901 on the product. Lot numbers 16F1KH, 16F1KJ, 16F1P7, 16FXNJ, and 16J9AE are affected. The product is an ophthalmic knife used in eye surgery.
Look for the model number 8065911901 and lot numbers 16F1KH, 16F1KJ, 16F1P7, 16FXNJ, or 16J9AE on the knife.
Alcon has detected an increase in complaints about the sharpness of specific A-OK 19G V-Lance ophthalmic knives.
Check the model number and lot numbers to see if your knife is affected. If it is, contact Alcon for further instructions.
The recall record does not mention a specific remedy or fix for the sharpness issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2655-2024 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-2655-2024 from Alcon. 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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