Fetzer Medical recalls 13" OB forceps (model 46-5040) due to doctors being unable to separate the instruments during childbirth. Affected units sold with lot number 13300956.
The firm had a report of doctors being unable to pull the obstetric forceps apart.
Fetzer Medical is recalling 13-inch obstetric forceps that doctors report cannot be separated during childbirth. This could cause complications if forceps get stuck during delivery.
The forceps are designed to be separated after use, but doctors report they cannot be pulled apart. This could lead to complications during delivery if the instruments become stuck.
Healthcare providers using these forceps during childbirth. Women in labor who require obstetric forceps assistance are at risk if the instruments become stuck.
Check for the model name 'Simpson OB Forceps, short model, 13" (33cm)' with product code 46-5040. Lot number 13300956 is associated with this recall.
Look for product code 46-5040 and lot number 13300956 on the forceps packaging or label.
Doctors reported being unable to separate the obstetric forceps after use, which could cause complications during childbirth.
The recall indicates a specific issue where doctors cannot separate the forceps, so they should be checked for the recall details before use.
Check for product code 46-5040 and lot number 13300956 on the forceps packaging or label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Fetzer Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0758-2019 — Fetzer Medical Fetzer Medical Hello, I own a Fetzer Medical that is covered by recall Z-0758-2019 from Fetzer 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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