Applied Medical Resources recalls Epix Electrosurgical Probes with Smoke Evacuation (model CW002) due to risk of unintentional tip shifting during surgery. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
Unintentional shifting of the tip insulation of the firm's electrosurgical probes.
Applied Medical Resources is recalling Epix Electrosurgical Probes with Smoke Evacuation (model CW002) because the tip insulation can shift unintentionally during surgery. This could lead to unintended tissue damage or complications if the probe moves unexpectedly.
The tip insulation of the electrosurgical probe can shift unintentionally during use. This may cause the probe to move unexpectedly, potentially leading to unintended tissue damage or complications during surgery.
Surgical teams using the Epix Electrosurgical Probes with Smoke Evacuation (model CW002) during laparoscopic procedures. The risk is highest for medical professionals handling the device during surgery.
Check for model number CW002 with lot numbers 1336418 or 1340803. The product is used in laparoscopic surgery to cut and coagulate tissue while evacuating smoke from the surgical site.
Verify the model number and lot numbers to confirm if your Epix Electrosurgical Probe is affected.
The Epix Electrosurgical Probes with Smoke Evacuation (model CW002) have a risk of unintentional tip shifting during surgery, which could cause unintended tissue damage.
Check the model number and lot numbers to see if your product is affected. If it is, contact Applied Medical Resources for further instructions.
Yes, unintentional shifting could lead to unintended tissue damage or complications during surgery.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Applied Medical Resources to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0509-2020 — Applied Medical Resources Applied Medical Resources Hello, I own a Applied Medical Resources that is covered by recall Z-0509-2020 from Applied Medical Resources. 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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