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Intuitive Surgical, Inc. recalls Tip Cover for 8mm Monopolar Curved Scissors (Hot Shears)Accessory, Disposable, 8mm MCS, Box of 10. The intended use o
Recalled September 19, 2012 · FDA recall Z-2339-2012 · Intuitive Surgical
Hazard
There is potential for the sterility of the product to be compromised. · FDA Class II
Units
11,121 Boxes
Sold at
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including Puerto Rico and the countries of Australia, Canada, and Lebanon
Description
There is potential for the sterility of the product to be compromised.
Product
Tip Cover for 8mm Monopolar Curved Scissors (Hot Shears)Accessory, Disposable, 8mm MCS, Box of 10. The intended use of the Tip Cover Accessory is to provide dielectric insulation over a section of the Monopolar Curved Scissor instrument so that RF energy is only available at the scissor blades. The Monopolar Curved Scissors are intended for endoscopic manipulation of tissue, including: cutting, blunt and sharp dissection, electrocautery. This accessory is to be used with the Intuitive Surgical Endoscopic Instrument Control Systems (da Vinci, da Vinci S and da Vinci Si Surgical Systems Models IS1200, 12000, ISSOQO).
Manufacturer(s)
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →