Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1940-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Alcon Research, Ltd. |
| Report date | Jul 8, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 2, 2015 |
| Quantity | 35,475 units |
| Location | Fort Worth, TX, United States |
Official product description
Accurus 2500 Standalone Vitreous Probe REF 8065741018; Accurus 23 GA Standalone Vitreous Probe REF 8065750821; Accurus 25+ 2500 CPM Standalone Vitreous Probe REF 8065751122; Anterior Accurus Probe with Infusion Needle REF 8065803650; Single Use Sterile Probes Rx only. Intended to provide the surgeon with a single-use probe for performing vitrectomy surgical procedures while using the Alcon Accurus vitrectomy console.
Why the product was recalled
Insufficient seal on the outside packaging, potentially affecting the sterility of the product.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, International APL, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Korea, Kosovo, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Russia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and United Kingdom.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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