Alcon recalls specific 20 Gauge V-Lance Ophthalmic Knives due to sharpness complaints. Affected models include 8065912001 with batch numbers 15W9CJ, 161A10, 161A2M, 163701, 164WWX, 16D4VU.
Alcon has detected an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness for specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Corneal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.
Alcon is recalling specific 20 Gauge V-Lance Ophthalmic Knives because they have been reported to be too sharp. This could pose a risk of injury during medical procedures if not handled carefully.
The knives have been reported to be too sharp, which could lead to unintended injuries during eye surgery. This sharpness issue may cause cuts or other injuries if the knife is not handled with proper care.
Ophthalmologists and medical professionals who use the recalled knives for eye surgery are most at risk. Patients using these knives during procedures may also be affected.
Check for the model number 8065912001 on the knife. The batch numbers 15W9CJ, 161A10, 161A2M, 163701, 164WWX, and 16D4VU are also associated with this recall.
Look for the model number 8065912001 on the knife to determine if it is affected.
Reach out to Alcon Research LLC for further assistance if you have the recalled model.
Alcon has detected an increase in complaints about the sharpness of specific 20 Gauge V-Lance Ophthalmic Knives.
The affected model number is 8065912001 with batch numbers 15W9CJ, 161A10, 161A2M, 163701, 164WWX, and 16D4VU.
No, but you should check if your knife is affected and contact Alcon if you have the recalled model.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1922-2024 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-1922-2024 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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