Aesculap recalls laparoscopic trocars with possible sterility compromise due to damaged blister packaging. Affected units include specific product codes and batch numbers. Consumers should check packaging details to determine eligibility.
The sterile blister packaging may be damaged, and sterility may be compromised.
Aesculap is recalling laparoscopic trocars that may have damaged sterile packaging, risking infection during surgery. This affects specific product codes and batch numbers sold between 2023 and 2025. The recall is critical because compromised sterility could lead to infections in surgical procedures.
The sterile packaging may be damaged, which can compromise sterility. If the packaging is not intact, the trocar could become contaminated during use, potentially leading to infections in surgical procedures.
Surgical teams and hospitals using the specific product codes and batch numbers listed in the recall. Patients undergoing laparoscopic procedures are at risk if the trocar is used without confirmed sterility.
Check for product code EK224SU and batch numbers 52658689 (expiring 12/08/2023), 52625350 (expiring 07/31/2025), or 52567841 (expiring 11/30/2024) on the packaging.
Look for product code EK224SU and batch numbers listed in the recall to confirm eligibility.
The sterile blister packaging may be damaged, which can compromise sterility and increase infection risk during surgery.
Check for product code EK224SU and batch numbers 52658689 (expiring 12/08/2023), 52625350 (expiring 07/31/2025), or 52567841 (expiring 11/30/2024) on the packaging.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Aesculap for further instructions if you have the affected product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Aesculap to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1243-2024 — Aesculap Aesculap Hello, I own a Aesculap that is covered by recall Z-1243-2024 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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