Intuitive Surgical recalls da Vinci S/Si EndoWrist 8mm Monopolar Curved Scissors Model 420179-16 due to potential cracks in extension tube that could fracture and fall into patient during surgery.
Monopolar Curved Scissor (MCS) instruments may be susceptible to developing cracks near the proximal edge of the extension tube. These cracks may fracture the plastic surrounding the instrument shaft, and may cause fragments of the extension tube to fall, including potentially into the patient.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling specific da Vinci S/Si EndoWrist scissors models because cracks near the extension tube could break off and fall into the surgical site. This poses a risk of injury to patients during procedures.
The scissors' extension tubes can develop cracks near the proximal edge. These cracks may fracture the plastic, causing small pieces to break off and fall into the surgical area where they could injure the patient.
Surgical teams using the recalled da Vinci S/Si EndoWrist 8mm Monopolar Curved Scissors Model 420179-16 during procedures. Patients undergoing surgery with these instruments are at risk of fragments falling into their surgical site.
Check for the model number 420179-16 on the scissors. The product was sold with lot numbers listed in the recall notice, including N10170912 through N11160824.
Inspect the scissors for cracks near the proximal edge of the extension tube.
Reach out to Intuitive Surgical for guidance on next steps if cracks are found.
The model number is 420179-16.
Check for the model number 420179-16 and lot numbers listed in the recall notice (N10170912 through N11160824).
The recall does not require immediate stop use; check for cracks and contact Intuitive Surgical if needed.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Intuitive Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3024-2018 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-3024-2018 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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