Olsen Medical recalls Symmetry bipolar cords with twin pin connectors that may encroach into sterile pouch seals, increasing risk of seal compromise. Affected units include specific model numbers and quantities listed in the recall notice.
Products may encroach into the sterile pouch seal thereby increasing the risk of the seal being compromised.
Olsen Medical is recalling Symmetry bipolar cords that could potentially compromise sterile pouch seals during use. This risk could lead to contamination or infection if the seal is breached. The recall affects specific model numbers and quantities sold.
The bipolar cords may physically enter the sterile pouch seal during use, which could cause the seal to become compromised. This might lead to contamination or infection if the seal is breached during surgery.
Medical professionals using these bipolar cords in surgical settings are most at risk. The recall applies to specific model numbers and quantities sold to hospitals and surgical facilities.
Check for model numbers including REF 87500, REF 40-1102, REF 40-1102SPC, REF 40-1103, REF 40-1104, REF 40-1105-28, REF 40-1105-39, REF 40-1106-28, REF 40-1113, REF 40-1114, REF 40-1115-28, REF 40-3001R, or REF 40-3003-R-39. These cords were sold in specific quantities to hospitals and surgical facilities.
Identify the model number on the cord, such as REF 87500 or REF 40-1102.
Reach out to Olsen Medical for confirmation of affected units and instructions on next steps.
The bipolar cords may encroach into the sterile pouch seal during use, potentially compromising the seal and increasing the risk of contamination or infection.
Affected model numbers include REF 87500, REF 40-1102, REF 40-1102SPC, REF 40-1103, REF 40-1104, REF 40-1105-28, REF 40-1105-39, REF 40-1106-28, REF 40-1113, REF 40-1114, REF 40-1115-28, REF 40-3001R, and REF 40-3003-R-39.
Check the model number on the cord against the list of affected REF numbers provided in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olsen Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1942-2018 — Olsen Medical Olsen Medical Hello, I own a Olsen Medical that is covered by recall Z-1942-2018 from Olsen 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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