Alcon recalls Constellation Vision System (REF: 8065751150) due to a PCB design flaw that may cause loss of pressure control, increasing infection risk. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
Ophthalmic microsurgical vision systems have a new Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design that could lead to higher voltage to a PCB component, that could cause component failure and loss of pressure control for the use of cutters, scissors, and forceps, which could lead to an increased risk of microbial infection, tissue damage and progressive visual impairment.
Alcon is recalling its Constellation Vision System surgical devices because a new PCB design could cause loss of pressure control, raising the risk of infection and vision damage. This affects specific units with known serial numbers.
The device's PCB design flaw can cause loss of pressure control when using cutters, scissors, or forceps. This may lead to microbial infections, tissue damage, and progressive vision problems during surgery.
Surgical professionals using the Constellation Vision System are most at risk. Patients undergoing eye surgery with this device may face higher infection or vision impairment risks.
Check for serial numbers: 1403028701X, 1202865201X, or 0802983301X. The product was sold with the reference number REF: 8065751150.
Look for serial numbers 1403028701X, 1202865201X, or 0802983301X on the device.
The recall applies to specific surgical devices used in eye procedures. If you have the listed serial numbers, contact Alcon for guidance.
Check for serial numbers: 1403028701X, 1202865201X, or 0802983301X. The product was sold with reference number REF: 8065751150.
The recall does not specify a remedy. Check with Alcon directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0099-2024 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-0099-2024 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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