Surgical Innovations recalls YelloPort Plus 5x70 Cannula + Luer devices for laparoscopic use due to non-sterile condition despite sterile labeling. This may increase infection risk during surgery.
Laparoscopic devices have a sterile symbol included on labels but devices are non-sterile.
Surgical Innovations is recalling YelloPort Plus 5x70 Cannula + Luer devices used in laparoscopic procedures because they are non-sterile even though they have sterile symbols on labels. This could lead to infections during surgery if used without proper sterilization.
These devices have sterile symbols on their labels but are actually non-sterile. This means they might not be properly sterilized before use, increasing the chance of infection during surgical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using these devices for laparoscopic surgeries are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these devices could face infection risks.
Look for the product name 'YelloPort Plus 5x70 Cannula + Luer' with part number YC0507001. The devices were sold starting in 2023 for laparoscopic procedures.
Verify the part number on the device label matches YC0507001.
The recall states the devices have sterile symbols on labels but are non-sterile, which increases infection risk during surgery.
The recall record does not specify a return process or remedy.
The devices are non-sterile despite having sterile symbols, which could lead to infection during surgery if not properly sterilized.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Surgical Innovations to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1853-2022 — Surgical Innovations Surgical Innovations Hello, I own a Surgical Innovations that is covered by recall Z-1853-2022 from Surgical Innovations. 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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