Alcon recalls specific ophthalmic knives due to sharpness complaints. Affected models include 25+TTLPL VPK 20000CPM BEV VAL with catalog number 8065753106. Consumers should check lot numbers for affected items.
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 certain ophthalmic knives after reports of sharpness issues. This could lead to injury if the knives are used improperly. Affected items have specific model and lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
The knives have been reported to be too sharp, which could cause injury during surgical procedures. This sharpness issue is related to the specific model and lot numbers mentioned in the recall.
Ophthalmic surgeons and medical professionals who use these specific knives are most at risk. The recall affects only the listed model and lot numbers.
Check for the model number 25+TTLPL VPK 20000CPM BEV VAL and catalog number 8065753106. Affected items have lot numbers 16A6HW, 16A6HX, 16A6HY, 16AUNE, 16C9R3, 16HYFF, or 16HYFJ.
Look for the model number 25+TTLPL VPK 20000CPM BEV VAL on the knife.
Check if your knife has lot numbers 16A6HW, 16A6HX, 16A6HY, 16AUNE, 16C9R3, 16HYFF, or 16HYFJ.
Alcon has detected an increase in complaints about sharpness for these specific 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 knives have been reported to be too sharp, which could lead to injury during use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2680-2024 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-2680-2024 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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