FDA Device

Alcon/Grieshaber Morris ILM Forceps, Direct Action; Manual ophthalmic surgical instrument, Catalog Number: 641.22; Non-sterile/Reusable; Alcon Laboratories, Inc., Fort Worth, TX 76134.

Hazard

Device corrosion: Forceps are prone to corrosion and possibly premature fracture and/or malfunction.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consignees were notified by an Urgent Medical Device Recall that was sent via fax on 03/07/08. Users were instructed to cease using the affected products and to return a Recall Acknowledgement Form to the recalling firm. The sales representative will pick up the affected product and discuss replacement alternatives. For additional information, contact 1-800-757-9780.

Products

Alcon/Grieshaber Morris ILM Forceps, Direct Action; Manual ophthalmic surgical instrument, Catalog Number: 641.22; Non-sterile/Reusable; Alcon Laboratories, Inc., Fort Worth, TX 76134.
UPC
Lot Numbers: F58834, F60464, F60465 and F60466.

Units Affected

24 units