Olympus Corporation of the Americas is recalling 11,123 units of the ESG PK Cutting Forceps, a surgical device used in medical procedures. The jaw of the forceps can break or fracture either during the pre-procedure inspection or during an actual medical procedure. If this occurs, it may lead to procedural delays or complications for the patient. Consumers and healthcare providers should check their inventory for affected lot numbers of model PK-CF0533.
The forceps jaw may fracture or break during use, which can lead to device failure during a surgical procedure or the potential for fragments to remain in a patient.
Manufacturer initiated recall notification via letter.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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