Alcon recalls surgical procedure packs with incomplete sterilization seals that could lead to infections. Affected packs have specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
Sterility; Steril surgical procedure packs contain incomplete seals.
Alcon is recalling surgical procedure packs that may have incomplete sterilization seals, which could lead to infections if used. This affects specific packs sold to eye surgery centers and clinics.
Steril surgical procedure packs contain incomplete seals, meaning they may not be properly sterilized. If used, this could lead to infections in patients during eye surgery.
Eye surgery centers and clinics that purchased Alcon Custom Pak Surgical Procedure Packs with the listed pack numbers and expiration dates are likely affected. Patients receiving surgery using these packs are at risk of infection.
Check for pack numbers like 17533-04, 18704-03, or 18382-03 on the surgical packs. These packs were sold to specific eye surgery centers with expiration dates listed on the packaging.
Look for specific pack numbers such as 17533-04, 18704-03, or 18382-03 on the surgical procedure packs.
The recall states that the packs may have incomplete sterilization seals, so they are not safe for use without checking the pack number and expiration date.
Check for specific pack numbers like 17533-04, 18704-03, or 18382-03 on the surgical packs, as these were sold to certain eye surgery centers with listed expiration dates.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer or your eye surgery center for guidance on handling the affected packs.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Alcon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1291-2023 — Alcon Alcon Hello, I own a Alcon that is covered by recall Z-1291-2023 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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