FDA Device

Encision AEM Suction Irrigation Electrode, L-Diamond, REF ES3881. Encision Inc., Boulder, CO 80301. The Suction Irrigation Electrodes and Adapters combine AEM shielding technology with suction and irrigation of fluids during laparoscopic electrosurgery to cut and coagulate tissue. The electrodes connect to a compatible electrosurgical generator via an adapter on the Encision AEM Monitor.

Hazard

Electrode tips have been reported breaking off during use or cleaning.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Encision Inc. sent out an "Urgent Product Recall" letter dated August 24, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter included: affected product, problem and instructed customers to discontinue use and return all affected electrodes to Encision. An enclosed reply form was to be faxed back to Encision indicating status of firm's inventory. For information on this recall call Encision at (303) 339-6917.

Products

Encision AEM Suction Irrigation Electrode, L-Diamond, REF ES3881. Encision Inc., Boulder, CO 80301. The Suction Irrigation Electrodes and Adapters combine AEM shielding technology with suction and
Brand
Encision, Inc.
UPC
Catalog: REF ES3881. Lots: QI, RA, and RE.

Units Affected

169 units