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On January 7, 2021, STERIS identified that the glued bond between the beam and the leg spar assembly may begin to separate over time. This could result in unexpected movement of the affected leg spar if the separation occurred during a patient procedure.

Jan 21, 2021 Surgical Instruments Nationwide View Details β†’

An internal tubing component in the flow path was made with incorrect material which was not tested for use with this device.

Jan 15, 2021 Surgical Instruments Nationwide View Details β†’

The potential that the plastic inlet hose connections may deform or break as a result of material fatigue and/or over tightening of the clamps. A broken hose connection may lead to a hazardous situation of water leakage or water spray. The water leakage or water spray may result in a burn to the user and/or an inconvenience due to a procedural delay if the Washer Disinfector is taken out of service.

Dec 21, 2020 Surgical Instruments Nationwide View Details β†’

There is a potential that a catheter convenience set contains a 21G access needle instead of the correct 18G needle. If the 21G needle is used to gain vascular access then the guidewire included in the kit will not pass through the access needle to facilitate insertion of an introducer sheath and could therefore cause procedure delay or injury.

Dec 14, 2020 Surgical Instruments Nationwide View Details β†’

Inspection confirmed a small percentage of sterile packages with inadequate package seal (partial heat seal). Patients may develop infections if non-sterile equipment is used.

Jan 4, 2021 Surgical Instruments Nationwide View Details β†’

Due to the incorrect filter assembly.

Dec 2, 2020 Surgical Instruments Nationwide View Details β†’

Due to a manufacturing error their is a potential that the sheath within the biopsy kit can separate during use if the tip is flexed or experiences bending stresses. This could result in need for surgical intervention to preclude or reverse permanent damage to a body structure or permanent impairment of a body function.

Dec 10, 2020 Surgical Instruments Nationwide View Details β†’