Megadyne recalls MEGA SOFT Universal Plus Patient Return Electrode due to reported patient burns during electrosurgery. All units are affected.
Firm has received reports of patient burns in surgical procedures where device was used.
Megadyne is recalling its MEGA SOFT Universal Plus Patient Return Electrode used in electrosurgery because reports indicate patient burns. This device is critical for surgical procedures and must be checked for safety.
The electrode can cause patient burns during electrosurgery if used incorrectly. Reports indicate this has happened in surgical procedures, though the exact cause is not specified.
Surgical staff and patients using the MEGA SOFT Universal Plus Patient Return Electrode during electrosurgery are affected. Those with the device model 0847 are most at risk.
Check for the model number 0847 on the device. All units of this electrode are affected, regardless of where or when it was sold.
Look for the model number 0847 on the MEGA SOFT Universal Plus Patient Return Electrode.
Reach out to Megadyne Medical Products, Inc. for further instructions on handling the device.
The recall indicates reports of patient burns, so it is not safe to use without checking with Megadyne.
Look for the model number 0847 on the MEGA SOFT Universal Plus Patient Return Electrode. All units are affected.
Contact Megadyne Medical Products, Inc. for instructions on handling the device.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Megadyne to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1999-2023 — Megadyne Megadyne Hello, I own a Megadyne that is covered by recall Z-1999-2023 from Megadyne. 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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