Bard recalls EnCor Breast Biopsy Probes with leaks and suction problems. Affected units have specific lot numbers. Stop using if you have these probes.
There has been an increase in complaints related to leaks, suction issues, and failure to obtain samples while using the product.
Bard is recalling EnCor Breast Biopsy Probes due to leaks and suction issues that can cause failed sample collection. This affects medical users who have the specific lot numbers listed in the recall.
The probes can leak or have suction problems, leading to failed sample collection. This means doctors might not get the tissue needed for accurate breast diagnosis.
Medical professionals who use these probes for breast biopsies are most at risk. Patients receiving the procedure may also be affected if the probes fail to collect samples.
Check for lot numbers starting with VTCU, VTCV, VTCW, VTCX, VTCY, or VTCZ as listed in the recall. These probes are packaged in sterile pouches, 5 per carton, for single use only.
Look for the lot number on the packaging, which starts with VTCU, VTCV, VTCW, VTCX, VTCY, or VTCZ as listed in the recall.
Bard recalls these probes due to increased complaints about leaks and suction issues that can cause failed sample collection.
Check the lot number on the packaging, which starts with VTCU, VTCV, VTCW, VTCX, VTCY, or VTCZ as listed in the recall.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Bard directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2213-2019 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-2213-2019 from Bard. 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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