Medline recalls sterile O.R. scissors model DYND04000 due to missing tip protector causing breakage and sterility compromise. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
The scissors were manufactured without a tip protector resulting in the scissors breaking through the semi-rigid plastic tray compromising sterility.
Medline is recalling sterile operating room scissors that lack a tip protector. This can cause the scissors to break through plastic trays, risking contamination during surgery.
The scissors were made without a tip protector, so they can break through semi-rigid plastic trays. This breaks the sterility of the surgical site, potentially causing infections.
Surgical teams using the recalled scissors in operating rooms are most at risk. Patients and staff could face infection if the scissors break through sterile trays.
Check for model number DYND04000 on the scissors. Affected units have specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for model number DYND04000 on the scissors.
Medline will provide a replacement scissors if you have the recalled model.
The scissors were manufactured without a tip protector, causing them to break through plastic trays and compromise sterility.
Check for model number DYND04000 and specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Contact Medline directly for a replacement scissors.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2206-2023 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-2206-2023 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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