Medical device recalls Moderate risk

Alcon Research, Ltd. recalls LAUREATE World Phaco System

Recall date
July 28, 2016
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
Z-2834-2016
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Alcon Research, Ltd.
Sold / distributed
Burundi, China, Iran, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, USA. *** The recalled product is not sold in the USA or its territories. However, donated units are in use by a reduced number of USA clients for Medical Missions outside the country.

Why it was recalled

Steps 16-25 are missing from the LAUREATE Multipak FMS Directions for Use (DFU)

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

LAUREATE World Phaco System

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