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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

The Alcon Custom Pak. The Alcon Customer Pak is an assemblage of single-use medical devices and accessories designed by medical professionals for specific ophthalmic surgical procedures. Some Paks contain the Devon Light Glove.

Reported: June 10, 2015 Initiated: April 28, 2015 #Z-1702-2015

Product Description

The Alcon Custom Pak. The Alcon Customer Pak is an assemblage of single-use medical devices and accessories designed by medical professionals for specific ophthalmic surgical procedures. Some Paks contain the Devon Light Glove.

Reason for Recall

The supplier of the Devon Light Glove, a component of the Alcon Custom PAK, recalled the gloves due to the potential for splits and holes on the glove. Should the user be unaware that the Light Glove is torn/split, surgical site infections are possible.

Details

Recalling Firm
Alcon Research, Ltd.
Units Affected
219,680 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Australia and Canada.
Location
Fort Worth, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Alcon Custom Pak. The Alcon Customer Pak is an assemblage of single-use medical devices and accessories designed by medical professionals for specific ophthalmic surgical procedures. Some Paks contain the Devon Light Glove.. Recalled by Alcon Research, Ltd.. Units affected: 219,680 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The supplier of the Devon Light Glove, a component of the Alcon Custom PAK, recalled the gloves due to the potential for splits and holes on the glove. Should the user be unaware that the Light Glove is torn/split, surgical site infections are possible.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 10, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1702-2015.