Beaver Visitec Safety Sideport Knife 1.0mm 45° Recall: Loose Blades Risk Injury

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What happened, in plain English

Beaver Visitec is recalling Safety Sideport Knives used in eye surgery because loose blades can fall out due to non-cured epoxy. This poses a risk of injury during surgical procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The blades can become loose in the handle because of non-cured epoxy, which may cause the blade to fall out during use. This could lead to injury if the blade strikes a patient or surgical equipment.

Who’s affected

Ophthalmic surgeons and medical professionals who use the Safety Sideport Knife 1.0mm 45° during eye surgery are most at risk. Patients using this device are not directly affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the Safety Sideport Knife 1.0mm 45° with lot numbers 6002436 or 6002663. This product is used for making stab incisions in eye surgery procedures.

Brand
Beaver Visitec
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to use?

The product is not safe for use as recalled due to loose blades that may fall out during surgery.

What should I do if I have this product?

Contact Beaver Visitec for instructions on how to handle the recalled product.

Are there any specific lot numbers affected?

Yes, lot numbers 6002436 and 6002663 are affected.

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Subject: Recall Z-2342-2018 — Beaver Visitec Beaver Visitec

Hello,

I own a Beaver Visitec that is covered by recall Z-2342-2018 from Beaver Visitec.

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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2342-2018 (May 14, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2342-2018 to see it in context.
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Beaver Visitec recalls Safety Sideport Knife 1.0mm 45¿, REF 378210 Product Usage: Indicated to make stab incisions during ophthalmic surgery

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