Megadyne recalls all MEGA 2000 Patient Return Electrodes used in electrosurgery due to reported patient burns during procedures.
Firm has received reports of patient burns in surgical procedures where device was used.
Megadyne is recalling all MEGA 2000 Patient Return Electrodes used in electrosurgery after reports of patient burns. This device is critical for surgical procedures and the recall addresses a safety risk during use.
The device can cause patient burns during electrosurgery procedures. This occurs when the electrode is used improperly or fails to function correctly in the surgical environment.
Healthcare professionals using the device during electrosurgery are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with this electrode may experience burns.
Check for the model number 0800 on the device. All units of the MEGA 2000 Patient Return Electrode used in electrosurgery are affected.
Look for the model number 0800 on the device to confirm it is affected.
The recall indicates reports of patient burns, so it is not safe to use without addressing the issue.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or replacement process.
Patients undergoing surgery with this device may experience burns during procedures.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Megadyne to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1994-2023 — Megadyne Megadyne Hello, I own a Megadyne that is covered by recall Z-1994-2023 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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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.
