Silex Medical, LLC recalls Signature Laparoscopic Instruments, Alligator Grasper with Rotating Shaft and Monopolar Electrosurgical Footswitch Conn…

Recall date

January 9, 2024

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1898-2025

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Silex Medical, LLC

Sold / distributed

US Nationwide distribution in the states of Florida, North Dakota, Illinois, California, Texas, Virginia, Michigan, Connecticut, Oregon, Iowa, Mississippi, New Jersey, Idaho, West Virginia, Hawaii.

Why it was recalled

Insulation on the tube did not extend fully to the proximal end of the shaft on the instrument, leaving an exposed (not insulated) area of the shaft closer to the rotator wheel.

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

What was recalled

Signature Laparoscopic Instruments, Alligator Grasper with Rotating Shaft and Monopolar Electrosurgical Footswitch Connector. Model/REF Number: 5863050.