Shent recalls alligator jaw retrievers that may be mislabeled between catalog #7208 and #7226. This could lead to incorrect use in medical procedures. Affected items were sold with specific dimensions and lot codes.
Mislabeled: Devices labeled as catalog #7208 (Grasper/Retriever, Alligator Jaw, 2.4 mm x 5 mm x 230 cm) may actually be catalog #7226 (Grasper/Retriever, Alligator Jaw, 2.4 mm x 5 mm x 8 mm x 230 cm) and Devices labeled as catalog #7226, (Grasper/Retriever, Alligator Jaw, Rat Tooth, 2.4 mm x 8 mm x 230 cm) may actually be catalog #7208, Grasper/Retriever, Alligator Jaw, 2.4 mm x 5 mm x 230 cm).
Shent is recalling alligator jaw retrievers that may have been mislabeled between two catalog numbers. This could cause incorrect use during medical procedures if the wrong size is used. The recall affects specific models sold with certain dimensions and lot codes.
The devices may be mislabeled between catalog #7208 and #7226, meaning the actual dimensions could differ from what's listed. This could lead to incorrect use during medical procedures if the wrong size is used. The recall focuses on potential mislabeling rather than a physical hazard.
Users of GI endoscopy tools who purchased the Shent Grasper/Retriever Alligator Jaw with catalog numbers 7208 or 7226 are likely affected. Medical professionals using these devices for single-use endoscopic procedures are at the highest risk.
Check the catalog number on the device: if it says 7208, it might actually be 7226, and vice versa. The product is a single-use GI endoscope accessory with dimensions 2.4 mm x 8 mm x 230 cm or 2.4 mm x 5 mm x 230 cm.
Look for the catalog number on the device label to determine if it's 7208 or 7226.
The devices may be mislabeled between catalog #7208 and #7226, which could lead to incorrect use during medical procedures.
Using the wrong size could cause incorrect use during medical procedures, but the recall does not indicate a physical hazard like injury or damage.
Check the catalog number on the device label. If it says 7208, it might actually be 7226, and vice versa. The product is a single-use GI endoscope accessory with specific dimensions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Shent to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2230-2021 — Shent Shent Hello, I own a Shent that is covered by recall Z-2230-2021 from Shent. 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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