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Recall Z-1423-2023 — FLEX. BIOPSY FORCEPS 5FR WL 550MM, Product Number 829.051

U.S. FDA — Device Enforcement · Germany · 2023-03-24 · Class II

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Agency
U.S. FDA — Device Enforcement
Recall identifier
Z-1423-2023
Date of alert
2023-03-24
Country / jurisdiction
Germany
Risk level
Class II
Risk type
recall
Brand
Richard Wolf GmbH
Product category
device
Product type
Devices
Barcode (EAN/GTIN)
04055207009635
Reported risk: Potentially unable to open forceps jaws when the endoscope shaft is bent by about 90 degrees. If, in addition, the proximal forceps shaft is bent, the forceps can no longer be opened or restrictions begin even with a slight bending of the endoscope.
Primary source: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts

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