FDA recall record

ConMed Arthroscopic Energy 50 Probe with Suction recall — FDA Z-0205-2016

Probe programming error. The incorrect program can generate more heat at the surgical site, resulting in an elevated probability of tissue damage.

Class IIclassification
Z-0205-2016official record ID
Nov 11, 2015report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0205-2016
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmConMed Corporation
Report dateNov 11, 2015
Recall initiation dateJun 17, 2015
Quantity276 devices
LocationUtica, NY, United States

Official product description

Arthroscopic Energy 50 Probe with Suction, Catalog number: AES-50S Peoduct Usage: For resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in arthroscopic and orthopedic surgical procedures.

Why the product was recalled

Probe programming error. The incorrect program can generate more heat at the surgical site, resulting in an elevated probability of tissue damage.

Distribution information

Worldwide - US distribution in the states of FL, OH, and the country of Spain.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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