Ethicon recalls Ligamax 5mm Endoscopic Clip Appliers with potential Tyvek lidding holes that could breach sterility. Affected lots include T93X4R through T94H78. Consumers should check product codes and lot numbers.
A potential exists that certain LIGAMAX devices within the impacted lots may have small holes in the Tyvek lidding which could result in a breach of sterility.
Ethicon is recalling certain Ligamax 5mm Endoscopic Multiple Clip Appliers due to a potential risk of small holes in the Tyvek lidding. This could breach sterility during surgical procedures, which is critical for patient safety.
The Tyvek lidding material may have small holes that could compromise sterility during surgery. This breach might lead to infections or other complications if the device is used in sterile environments without proper integrity.
Surgical professionals using the recalled Ligamax 5mm clip appliers for procedures. Patients undergoing surgery with these devices are at risk if the sterility breach occurs.
Check the product code (11EL5ML) and lot numbers listed in the recall notice: T93X4R through T94H78. The device is used in surgical settings and sold under Ethicon's brand.
Identify the product code (11EL5ML) and lot numbers (T93X4R to T94H78) to confirm if your device is affected.
Ethicon recalls certain Ligamax 5mm Endoscopic Multiple Clip Appliers because potential small holes in the Tyvek lidding could breach sterility during surgical procedures.
Check the product code (11EL5ML) and lot numbers (T93X4R to T94H78) to see if your device is affected. If it is, contact Ethicon for guidance.
The recall addresses a potential sterility breach risk during surgery, not direct injury to users. Serious injury is not mentioned in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ethicon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0656-2020 — Ethicon Ethicon Hello, I own a Ethicon that is covered by recall Z-0656-2020 from Ethicon. 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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