E-Line Cutting Electrode 11.5Fr Mono 0 degrees, Sterile. One electrode is placed in a plastic tray and then inserted into a Tyvek pouch. Five packaged electrodes are placed in a white box. Product Usage: Resectoscopes are used for endoscopically controlled ablation of tissue. They are used, in combination with endoscopic accessories, for examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy in various medical disciplines such as urology and gynecology.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Product Number: 8416.0305; Batch Number: 1390827; Expiration Dates 10/15/2023 and 03/11/2024
  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:
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp.
Reason for Recall:
E-Line Cutting Electrode package 8416.0305 contains E-Line Hook Electrode 8416.09 instead of E-Line Cutting Electrode 8416.03.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

E-Line Cutting Electrode 11.5Fr Mono 0 degrees, Sterile. One electrode is placed in a plastic tray and then inserted into a Tyvek pouch. Five packaged electrodes are placed in a white box. Product Usage: Resectoscopes are used for endoscopically controlled ablation of tissue. They are used, in combination with endoscopic accessories, for examination, diagnosis, and/or therapy in various medical disciplines such as urology and gynecology.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Product Number: 8416.0305; Batch Number: 1390827; Expiration Dates 10/15/2023 and 03/11/2024

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1957-2019

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