Teleflex Medical Europe recalls universal surgical shears with handles that melt during sterilization. Affected lot numbers F7 and G7. Stop using immediately to prevent injury.
The incorrect plastic was used to manufacture the handles of these shears, which causes the handles to melt if sterilized.
Teleflex Medical recalls universal surgical shears that melt when sterilized due to incorrect plastic handles. This poses a risk of injury during surgical procedures if the shears are used after melting.
The shears' handles are made from the wrong plastic that melts when exposed to sterilization temperatures. This melting can cause the shears to become unstable or break during use, potentially leading to injury.
Surgical professionals who own or use Teleflex Medical Universal Shears 7 1/2" with lot numbers F7 or G7 are affected. Those using the shears for surgery are at highest risk.
Check for lot numbers F7 or G7 on the shears' packaging or label. The product is a universal surgical shear model 7 1/2" with reference number 142542.
Discard the shears if you have lot numbers F7 or G7 to prevent injury from melting handles.
The handles melt when sterilized due to incorrect plastic, which can cause injury during surgery.
Lot numbers F7 and G7.
Look for lot numbers F7 or G7 on the shears' packaging or label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2287-2018 — Teleflex Medical Teleflex Medical Hello, I own a Teleflex Medical that is covered by recall Z-2287-2018 from Teleflex Medical. 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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