Bausch & Lomb recalls Stellaris Elite 20 GA Vit Cutter Model BL5626 due to back cap separating from the cutter body. Affected units have specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
The back cap separates from the body of the vitrectomy cutter.
Bausch & Lomb is recalling its Stellaris Elite 20 GA Vit Cutter model BL5626 because the back cap can separate from the cutter body. This could lead to improper use during eye surgery. Affected units have specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
The back cap can separate from the cutter body during use, which may cause the cutter to malfunction. This could lead to improper eye surgery if the device is not functioning correctly.
Ophthalmologists and eye surgeons who use this vitrectomy cutter for eye surgery are most at risk. The recall affects specific model numbers and lot numbers with expiration dates.
Check for the model number BL5626 on the cutter. Affected units have lot numbers V9400 (exp. 11/6/2018), W1439 (exp. 8/19/2019), or W1467 (exp. 8/26/2019).
Inspect the back cap to ensure it remains securely attached to the cutter body.
The model number is BL5626.
Lot numbers V9400 (exp. 11/6/2018), W1439 (exp. 8/19/2019), and W1467 (exp. 8/26/2019).
Check for the model number BL5626 and the specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bausch & Lomb to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3265-2018 — Bausch & Lomb Bausch & Lomb Hello, I own a Bausch & Lomb that is covered by recall Z-3265-2018 from Bausch & Lomb. 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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