Teleflex Medical recalls WECK Hem-O-Lok AutoEndo5 5mm clip appliers due to misloading/jamming risks that could cause clips to fall out or break.
Certain clip appliers have an increase in misloading and/or jamming related complaints that may be due to a discrepancy in the specification a component. Misloading and/or jamming may lead to clips falling out of the applier, clip breakage, or the jaws becoming locked in a partially closed position (jammed).
Teleflex Medical is recalling certain WECK Hem-O-Lok AutoEndo5 5mm automatic endoscopic surgical clip appliers. These devices may misload or jam, potentially causing clips to fall out, break, or get stuck in a partially closed position.
The appliers have a discrepancy in a component specification that can cause misloading or jamming. This may lead to clips falling out of the device, breaking, or the jaws getting stuck partially closed during surgery.
Surgical professionals using these clip appliers for endoscopic procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these devices could face complications from clip failures.
Check for the model number REF 543965 on the device. These appliers were sold with specific clip codes listed in the description, including 73J1600836 and other codes starting with 73.
Look for the model number REF 543965 on the clip applier.
Reach out to Teleflex Medical for guidance on whether your device is affected and next steps.
The model number is REF 543965, with specific clip codes listed in the recall description.
The recall states misloading/jamming may cause clips to fall out, break, or get stuck, which could lead to complications during surgery.
Check for the model number REF 543965 and verify against the list of clip codes provided in the recall description.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0497-2020 — Teleflex Medical Teleflex Medical Hello, I own a Teleflex Medical that is covered by recall Z-0497-2020 from Teleflex Medical. 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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