Medtronic Sofamor Danek recalls Accurian RF Ablation Cannula due to insertion difficulty caused by probe catching on cannula hub lip. Affected units have specific product numbers and lot numbers.
Insertion difficulty of the probes. The probe was catching on a lip inside the hub of the cannula.
Medtronic Sofamor Danek is recalling Accurian RF Ablation Cannula products because the probes can catch on a lip inside the cannula hub during insertion. This could lead to improper use or injury during medical procedures.
The probe can catch on a lip inside the cannula hub during insertion, causing insertion difficulty. This might lead to improper placement or injury during medical procedures.
Medical professionals using the Accurian RF Ablation Cannula for nerve procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these procedures may also be affected if the device is used incorrectly.
Check for product number AC0012 and GTIN/UPN 20763000153629. Affected units include specific lot numbers BY19L009 and BY20A012.
Identify the product number AC0012 and GTIN/UPN 20763000153629 to confirm if your device is affected.
The Accurian RF Ablation Cannula can have insertion difficulty due to the probe catching on a lip inside the cannula hub.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the product details to see if it is affected.
Yes, affected units include lot numbers BY19L009 and BY20A012.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic Sofamor Danek to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2693-2020 — Medtronic Sofamor Danek Medtronic Sofamor Danek Hello, I own a Medtronic Sofamor Danek that is covered by recall Z-2693-2020 from Medtronic Sofamor Danek. 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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