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FDA Device recall Z-0205-2016

Arthroscopic Energy 50¿ Probe with Suction, Catalog number: AES-50S Peoduct Usage: For resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue…

On 2015-11-11 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Arthroscopic Energy 50¿ Probe with Suction, Catalog number: AES-50S Peoduct Usage: For resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue… by Conmed, citing probe programming error. The incorrect program can generate more heat at the surgical site, resulting in an elevated probability of tissue damage.

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0205-2016
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2015-06-17
Published2015-11-11
Last updated2026-09-13 11:53 UTC
CompanyConmed
DistributionFL, OH

Product

Arthroscopic Energy 50¿ Probe with Suction, Catalog number: AES-50S Peoduct Usage: For resection, ablation, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in arthroscopic and orthopedic surgical procedures.

Reason

Probe programming error. The incorrect program can generate more heat at the surgical site, resulting in an elevated probability of tissue damage.

Identifiers

code_info1412161, 1410201, 1410271, 1412121, and 1412081

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0205-2016%22

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