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da Vinci 5 mm Flared Instrument Cannulae for use with the da Vinci S and Si Surgical Systems. Used to establish a port of entry for Intuitive Surgical EndoWrist instruments

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: May 6, 2013 Intuitive Surgical Surgical Instruments Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Model number 420262
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Intuitive Surgical is implementing a voluntary Field Action to implement a modified inspection process for the 5 mm Cannula (PN 420011) and 5 mm Flared Cannula (PN 420262).
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

da Vinci 5 mm Flared Instrument Cannulae for use with the da Vinci S and Si Surgical Systems. Used to establish a port of entry for Intuitive Surgical EndoWrist instruments

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Model number 420262

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1464-2013

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