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Brand Name: Olympus PKS Cutting Forceps w/Cord, 5mm 24cm Product Name: PKS Cutting Forceps Model/Catalog Number: 920000PK Product Description: The PKS Cutting Forceps are intended to be passed through a 5mm cannula. Coagulation is achieved using electrosurgical energy under visualization. The d

SourceFDA Device Enforcement
CategoryMedical Device
SeverityMedium
Statusongoing
Recall dateFebruary 25, 2026
ReportedApril 01, 2026
Recalling firmOlympus Corporation of the Americas
Country / regionUnited States PA

Hazard

Olympus identified that the Cutting Forceps contain components for which the supplier did not adequately validate the welding process. Defective welds can result in the Cutting Forceps' jaw breaking during clinical use.

Product description

Brand Name: Olympus PKS Cutting Forceps w/Cord, 5mm 24cm Product Name: PKS Cutting Forceps Model/Catalog Number: 920000PK Product Description: The PKS Cutting Forceps are intended to be passed through a 5mm cannula. Coagulation is achieved using electrosurgical energy under visualization. The device is intended to be used with the PKS electrical generator.

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