Bausch & Lomb recalls Stellaris Elite 25 GA Vitrectomy Cutters with risk of back cap separating from the device during use. Affected units have specific lot numbers and expiration dates. Consumers should contact the manufacturer for details.
The back cap separates from the body of the vitrectomy cutter.
Bausch & Lomb is recalling their Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System 25 GA vitrectomy cutters because the back cap can separate from the device during use. This poses a risk of injury to the user if the cap becomes dislodged and causes the cutter to malfunction.
The back cap can separate from the vitrectomy cutter during use, which may cause the device to malfunction. This separation could lead to injury if the cutter becomes unstable or causes unintended movement during surgery.
Ophthalmologists and surgical staff who use the Stellaris Elite 25 GA Vitrectomy Cutters are most at risk. The recall affects specific lot numbers and expiration dates of the product.
Check for the product name 'Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 25 ga. Combined Mid-Field Elite Pack' with lot numbers W0787, W0888, W1003, or W1129 and expiration dates up to July 6, 2019.
Reach out to Bausch & Lomb for specific instructions on how to handle the recalled product.
The recalled product is the Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 25 ga. Combined Mid-Field Elite Pack, REF SE5525MV.
Lot numbers W0787 (exp. 5/11/2019), W0888 (exp. 6/4/2019), W1003 (exp. 6/23/2019), and W1129 (exp. 7/6/2019).
Check for the product name and specific lot numbers and expiration dates 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-3276-2018 — Bausch & Lomb Bausch & Lomb Hello, I own a Bausch & Lomb that is covered by recall Z-3276-2018 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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