Aesculap Bipolar Generator Foot Pedal, Catalog No. GK226, for electrosurgical cutting and coagulation.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: January 18, 2013 Aesculap Surgical Instruments Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Manufacture date on the label on the bottom of the foot pedal - any product with manufactured dates between 45/10 and 31/12
  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:
Aesculap, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
The bipolar energy did not stop after release of the foot pedal.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Aesculap Bipolar Generator Foot Pedal, Catalog No. GK226, for electrosurgical cutting and coagulation.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Manufacture date on the label on the bottom of the foot pedal - any product with manufactured dates between 45/10 and 31/12

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0887-2013

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