Applied Medical Resources Corp recalls Epix Latis Graspers with a slightly protruding rivet that may cause tissue damage during surgery. Affected units have specific batch numbers and expiration dates.
There may be a slightly protruding rivet on the distal end of the laparoscopic grasper which has the potential for tissue to catch on it during use and lead to tissue damage.
Applied Medical Resources Corp is recalling Epix Latis Graspers due to a potential protruding rivet that could catch on tissue during surgery, causing damage. This recall affects specific batch numbers with expiration dates up to December 2022.
The device has a slightly protruding rivet at the distal end that could catch on tissue during laparoscopic surgery. This might cause tissue damage if the rivet becomes entangled during use.
Surgical professionals using the Epix Latis Grasper during procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with this device may experience tissue damage if the rivet catches on tissue.
Check for the Epix Latis Grasper model with 5 mm x 35 cm size, reference number C4130, and specific batch numbers listed in the recall notice. The device is sterile and intended for prescription use only.
Identify the batch number and expiration date on the device label to confirm if it is affected.
The device may have a slightly protruding rivet that could cause tissue damage during surgery, so it is not safe to use without checking the recall status.
Check the batch number and expiration date to see if it is affected by this recall. If it is, contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
The recalled devices have specific batch numbers and expiration dates listed in the recall notice. Check the label on the device for these details.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Applied Medical Resources Corp to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2158-2020 — Applied Medical Resources Corp Applied Medical Resources Corp Hello, I own a Applied Medical Resources Corp that is covered by recall Z-2158-2020 from Applied Medical Resources Corp. 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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