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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Brand Name: MST Duet Reusable Handle for Single Use Heads Product Name: Reusable Handle for Single Use Heads (Forceps and Scissors) Model/Catalog Number: DFH-1028 Software Version: N/A Product Description: A MST Single Use Forceps or Scissors System consists of a reusable handle and one of a number of single use interchangeable heads. MST Single Use Forceps and Scissor heads are shipped ready to use sterile in a tray with Tyvek lid within a sterile pouch. MST Duet Reusable Handle for Single

Reported: December 4, 2024 Initiated: September 17, 2024 #Z-0521-2025

Product Description

Brand Name: MST Duet Reusable Handle for Single Use Heads Product Name: Reusable Handle for Single Use Heads (Forceps and Scissors) Model/Catalog Number: DFH-1028 Software Version: N/A Product Description: A MST Single Use Forceps or Scissors System consists of a reusable handle and one of a number of single use interchangeable heads. MST Single Use Forceps and Scissor heads are shipped ready to use sterile in a tray with Tyvek lid within a sterile pouch. MST Duet Reusable Handle for Single Use Forceps & Scissor Heads are supplied in a non-sterile condition and must be sterilized prior to and after every use. The blue sleeve the handle is packaged in is not intended to be sterilized and does not maintain sterility. Component: Yes. The MST Duet¿ Reusable Handle for Single Use Heads is the reusable handle component which connect to either Single Use Forceps or Scissors heads.

Reason for Recall

Due to pin coming off of handles.

Details

Units Affected
24
Distribution
U.S.: CT, GA, MN, MT and TX. O.U.S.: Netherlands 24 total devices = 6 devices distributed in the United States and 18 devices distributed in Germany.
Location
Redmond, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Brand Name: MST Duet Reusable Handle for Single Use Heads Product Name: Reusable Handle for Single Use Heads (Forceps and Scissors) Model/Catalog Number: DFH-1028 Software Version: N/A Product Description: A MST Single Use Forceps or Scissors System consists of a reusable handle and one of a number of single use interchangeable heads. MST Single Use Forceps and Scissor heads are shipped ready to use sterile in a tray with Tyvek lid within a sterile pouch. MST Duet Reusable Handle for Single Use Forceps & Scissor Heads are supplied in a non-sterile condition and must be sterilized prior to and after every use. The blue sleeve the handle is packaged in is not intended to be sterilized and does not maintain sterility. Component: Yes. The MST Duet¿ Reusable Handle for Single Use Heads is the reusable handle component which connect to either Single Use Forceps or Scissors heads.. Recalled by MicroSurgical Technology Inc. Units affected: 24.
Why was this product recalled?
Due to pin coming off of handles.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 4, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0521-2025.