ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knife 1.2mm Dual Bevel Model/Catalog Number: 8065771541 Software Ver...
FDA Recall #Z-1925-2024 — Class II — April 22, 2024
Product Description
ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knife 1.2mm Dual Bevel Model/Catalog Number: 8065771541 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Ophthalmic Knife Component: N/A
Reason for Recall
Alcon has detected an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness for specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Corneal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.
Recalling Firm
Alcon Research LLC — Fort Worth, TX
Classification
Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
Product Type
Devices
Product Quantity
4,930 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Columbia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom. Product distributed as sterile stand-alone knives have been placed on HOLD. Product included within Alcon Custom Pak (surgical procedure pack) are continuing to be distributed as ceasing distribution would cause immediate market shortage and result in canceled surgeries.
Code Information
Model/Catalog Number: 8065771541; UDI/DI: 00380657715411; Lot/Batch: 168NME, 168NND, 16AV17;
Status
Ongoing
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
What Should You Do?
Stop using this medical device immediately and consult your healthcare provider. Contact the recalling firm for instructions on return or replacement. If you experienced an adverse event, inform your doctor.