MEDLINE recalls surgical shears with possible incomplete packaging seals. This could lead to device contamination. Affected units include specific model numbers and lot dates.
Various reprocessed Covidien LigaSure and Ethicon Harmonic devices may have an incomplete seal on the packaging tray.
MEDLINE is recalling certain surgical shears due to a potential incomplete seal on the packaging. This could allow contamination of the devices, posing a risk to patients during surgery.
The packaging seal may be incomplete, potentially allowing contaminants to enter the device. This could lead to device contamination during surgical procedures.
Surgical professionals using the recalled shears, particularly those with the specific model numbers and lot dates listed in the recall notice.
Check for the model number 'ReNewal Harmonic ACE+7 Shears w/ Adv. Hemostasis Use Only w/ GEN11 SW v2018-1' and the reference number 'HARH45R'. Also look for lot numbers 498739, 498740, 499057, 499143, or 499227.
Identify the model number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your shears are affected.
The recall is due to a potential incomplete seal on the packaging of the shears, which could lead to device contamination.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so you should check the product details to confirm if your shears are affected.
Yes, the lot numbers 498739, 498740, 499057, 499143, and 499227 are listed as affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send MEDLINE to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0120-2024 — MEDLINE MEDLINE Hello, I own a MEDLINE that is covered by recall Z-0120-2024 from MEDLINE. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
