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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Steris Lighting and Visualization Systems, Sterile Light Handle Cover (LB53)- Surgical light handle covers, including disposable surgical light handle covers are designed to fit over surgical light handles for sterile surgeon control. REF: LB53

Reported: May 10, 2023 Initiated: March 17, 2023 #Z-1475-2023

Product Description

Steris Lighting and Visualization Systems, Sterile Light Handle Cover (LB53)- Surgical light handle covers, including disposable surgical light handle covers are designed to fit over surgical light handles for sterile surgeon control. REF: LB53

Reason for Recall

Light handle covers may separate from the light handle (detach and fall off) during use, this could result in a procedure delay and/or impact the sterile field which could result in an injury to the patient

Details

Recalling Firm
Steris Corporation
Units Affected
1,358,520 covers
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution including Puerto Rico and the countries of Canada, Australia.
Location
Mentor, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Steris Lighting and Visualization Systems, Sterile Light Handle Cover (LB53)- Surgical light handle covers, including disposable surgical light handle covers are designed to fit over surgical light handles for sterile surgeon control. REF: LB53. Recalled by Steris Corporation. Units affected: 1,358,520 covers.
Why was this product recalled?
Light handle covers may separate from the light handle (detach and fall off) during use, this could result in a procedure delay and/or impact the sterile field which could result in an injury to the patient
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 10, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1475-2023.