International safety notice

A spring (approximately 3 mm) built into the jaw of the sealing device came off during use from an overseas manufacturer. I was informed that there is a possibility that For this reason, we have decided to voluntarily recall the affected products that have already been shipped.

Japan / PMDA Recalls · JPN · Mar 13, 2023

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Title A spring (approximately 3 mm) built into the jaw of the sealing device came off during use from an overseas manufacturer. I was informed that there is a possibility that For this reason, we have decided to voluntarily recall the affected products that have already been shipped.
Regulator Japan / PMDA Recalls
Country JPN
Brand Common name: therapeutic electrosurgical device Sales name: Vessel sealing system Caiman
Manufacturer B.Brown Ace Scrap Co., Ltd.
Models 52793252, PL755SU
Date Mar 13, 2023
Regulator page info.pmda.go.jp

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