Carefusion recalls titanium bipolar forceps with a risk of tip breakage during use. Affected models include 0.7mm tip, 9-1/2" length. Consumers should stop using and contact Carefusion for replacement.
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Carefusion is recalling titanium bipolar forceps that may break during use, potentially causing injury. This recall affects specific model numbers and sizes sold with a unique identifier. The hazard requires immediate action to prevent injury.
The forceps have a risk of tip breakage during use, which could lead to injury. This breakage might occur when the forceps are used in delicate surgical procedures, causing cuts or other harm.
Medical professionals using these forceps for surgical procedures are most at risk. Patients and caregivers who have the recalled model should stop using it immediately.
Check for the model: 0.7mm tip, 9-1:2" (240mm) length. Look for the unique identifier 10885403041013 on the product packaging or label.
Immediately stop using the recalled forceps to prevent potential injury from tip breakage.
Reach out to Carefusion for a replacement or refund using the unique identifier 10885403041013.
The recall is due to a risk of tip breakage during use, which could cause injury.
The affected model is CareFusion V. Mueller TITANIUM ROUND HANDLE BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS with 0.7mm tip and 9-1/2" (240mm) length.
Check for the unique identifier 10885403041013 on the product packaging or label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Carefusion to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0398-2023 — Carefusion Carefusion Hello, I own a Carefusion that is covered by recall Z-0398-2023 from Carefusion. 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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