Intuitive Surgical recalls Da Vinci Xi/X EndoWrist Monopolar Curved scissors (model 470179-19) due to potential failure to recognize monopolar energy in electrosurgical units, which could prevent proper surgical function.
This recall is being initiated because lots of EndoWrist Monopolar Curved Scissor instruments are not recognized by the integrated electrosurgical unit, which prohibits the activation of monopolar energy from the surgeon console.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling Da Vinci Xi/X EndoWrist Monopolar Curved scissors (model 470179-19) because they may not work with the integrated electrosurgical unit. This could prevent the surgeon from using monopolar energy during surgery, which is critical for certain procedures.
The scissors may not be recognized by the electrosurgical unit, preventing the surgeon from activating monopolar energy. This could lead to incomplete surgical procedures or the need for alternative tools, but does not cause immediate injury.
Surgical teams using the Da Vinci Xi/X system with these specific scissors may be affected. Patients undergoing surgery with this model are at risk if the scissors fail to activate monopolar energy.
Check for model number 470179-19 and UDI (00) 886874112298 on the scissors. These items were sold with serial numbers N11181003 or N11181004.
Verify the model number is 470179-19 and UDI is (00) 886874112298.
The scissors may not be recognized by the electrosurgical unit, preventing activation of monopolar energy during surgery.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Intuitive Surgical directly for guidance.
The recall indicates a potential issue with surgical function, but the record does not mention injury risks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Intuitive Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1105-2020 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-1105-2020 from Intuitive Surgical. 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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