Recalled American Contract Systems Cataract Pack convenience kits may not sterilize properly due to insufficient aeration time, risking contamination. Affected kits have specific UDI-DI and lot numbers.
Product released with insufficient aeration time impacting the kits sterilized on the same cycle or in the same aeration chamber
American Contract Systems is recalling its Cataract Pack convenience kits because they may not sterilize properly when used in the same cycle or chamber. This could lead to contamination of surgical instruments, posing a risk to patient safety.
The kits may not sterilize properly if used in the same cycle or chamber due to insufficient aeration time. This can lead to contamination of surgical instruments, potentially causing infections or other complications during surgery.
Surgical teams and hospitals using the recalled Cataract Pack convenience kits for cataract surgery are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with contaminated instruments could be affected.
Check for the UDI-DI number 00191072188762 and lot number 988241 on the kit. The kits expire on January 12, 2025.
Look for the UDI-DI number 00191072188762 and lot number 988241 on the kit.
The kits may not sterilize properly due to insufficient aeration time when used in the same cycle or chamber, risking contamination of surgical instruments.
Check for the UDI-DI number 00191072188762 and lot number 988241. If you have these details, contact American Contract Systems for further instructions.
The recall is for potential contamination of surgical instruments, which could lead to infections or complications during surgery, but the remedy does not specify immediate action to stop use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send American Contract Systems to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2522-2024 — American Contract Systems American Contract Systems Hello, I own a American Contract Systems that is covered by recall Z-2522-2024 from American Contract Systems. 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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