Intuitive Surgical recalls da Vinci X/Xi EndoWrist 8mm Monopolar Curved Scissors Model 470179-14 due to potential cracks near the extension tube that could fracture and fall into the 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 da Vinci X/Xi EndoWrist 8mm Monopolar Curved Scissors Model 470179-14 because cracks near the extension tube could fracture and fall into the surgical site. This poses a risk of internal injury to patients during procedures.
The scissors may develop cracks near the top of the extension tube during use. If the crack fractures the plastic, small pieces of the tube could fall into the surgical site and potentially cause injury to the patient.
Healthcare professionals using da Vinci X/Xi surgical robots for procedures like laparoscopy, urology, and gynecology are most at risk. The specific model and lot numbers are listed in the recall notice.
Check for the model number 470179-14 on the scissors. The product was sold with lot numbers listed in the recall notice, including S11160307 and N11171009 among others.
Inspect the scissors for cracks near the top of the extension tube.
Reach out to Intuitive Surgical for guidance on next steps if cracks are found.
The recall applies to specific model numbers used in surgical procedures. If you have the model 470179-14 scissors, contact Intuitive Surgical for details.
Check the model number on the scissors; affected units have model 470179-14 and specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Inspect the scissors for cracks near the extension tube. If cracks are present, contact Intuitive Surgical for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Intuitive Surgical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3025-2018 — Intuitive Surgical Intuitive Surgical Hello, I own a Intuitive Surgical that is covered by recall Z-3025-2018 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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