Shent USA recalls Grasper/Retriever Alligator Jaw devices labeled as catalog #7208 that may actually be catalog #7226 or #7208 (Rat Tooth) due to mislabeling. This could lead to incorrect use in endoscopy procedures.
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 recalls certain Grasper/Retriever Alligator Jaw devices that may be mislabeled, causing them to be the wrong size for endoscopic procedures. This could lead to improper use if the device is not correctly sized for the procedure.
The devices may be mislabeled as catalog #7208 when they are actually catalog #7226 or a Rat Tooth variant. This could result in using the wrong size device during endoscopic procedures, potentially causing improper handling or procedure failure.
Endoscopists and medical professionals who use these devices for single-use endoscopic procedures may own or use the recalled items. Those who have the specific catalog numbers listed are most at risk.
Check the catalog number on the device. Devices labeled as catalog #7208 may actually be catalog #7226 or a Rat Tooth variant (catalog #7208).
Verify the catalog number on the device to ensure it matches the intended model.
The correct catalog number depends on the device's intended use. Devices labeled as catalog #7208 may be catalog #7226 or a Rat Tooth variant (catalog #7208).
Mislabeling could lead to using the wrong size device during endoscopic procedures, which might cause improper handling or procedure failure.
Check the catalog number on the device. Devices labeled as catalog #7208 may actually be catalog #7226 or a Rat Tooth variant (catalog #7208).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Shent to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2229-2021 — Shent Shent Hello, I own a Shent that is covered by recall Z-2229-2021 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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