[Recalled] KD-611L ELECTROSURGICAL KNIFE, model no. KD-611L - Product Usage: Used with endoscopes and electrosurgical units to cut tissue using high-frequency current within the upper digestive tract. — Inspection confirmed a small percenta
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | KD-611L ELECTROSURGICAL KNIFE, model no. KD-611L - Product Usage: Used with endoscopes and electrosurgical units to cut tissue using high-frequency current within the upper digestive tract. |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Aomori Olympus Co., Ltd. |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-0974-2021 |
| Country of notice | Japan |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 04 January 2021 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Inspection confirmed a small percentage of sterile packages with inadequate package seal (partial heat seal). Patients may develop infections if non-sterile equipment is used.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in Japan and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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