Aesculap recalls trocars with potential packaging damage that could compromise sterility during laparoscopic surgery. Affected units include specific product codes and batch numbers with expiration dates.
The sterile blister packaging may be damaged, and sterility may be compromised.
Aesculap is recalling trocars used in laparoscopic procedures because the sterile packaging might be damaged, risking infection during surgery. This affects specific product codes and batch numbers with expiration dates.
The sterile packaging could be damaged, which might allow contamination and compromise sterility during surgery. This could lead to infection if the trocar is used without proper sterility.
Surgical teams using the recalled trocars for laparoscopic procedures are affected. Patients undergoing surgery with these trocars face a small risk of infection if sterility is compromised.
Check for product code EK230SU on the packaging. The affected trocars have batch numbers 52481826 (expiring 02/29/2024) or 52644661 (expiring 02/28/2026).
Inspect the sterile blister packaging for damage before use.
The recall states the packaging may be damaged, so it's not safe to use without checking for damage.
Batch numbers 52481826 (expiring 02/29/2024) and 52644661 (expiring 02/28/2026) are affected.
Look for product code EK230SU and the specific batch numbers listed in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Aesculap to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1244-2024 — Aesculap Aesculap Hello, I own a Aesculap that is covered by recall Z-1244-2024 from Aesculap. 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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