DEX Ophthalmic Tissue Forceps recall (Katalyst Surgical, LLC)
Medical deviceClass IIOngoing
Summary: Katalyst Surgical, LLC is recalling DEX Ophthalmic Tissue Forceps, 25ga DEX Stiff Serrated Forceps, Model/Catalog Number: DVF4016-25-S. Reason: Field Safety Corrective Action for IFU in DEX Forceps and Scissors.
What is being recalled
DEX Ophthalmic Tissue Forceps, 25ga DEX Stiff Serrated Forceps, Model/Catalog Number: DVF4016-25-S
Why
Field Safety Corrective Action for IFU in DEX Forceps and Scissors.
How serious is it
Class II is the middle level: using or being exposed to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, and the chance of serious harm is remote.
Where it was sold
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Peru, Argentina, South Korea, Japan, France.
How to tell if yours is affected
Lot Code: Model No:DVF4016-25-S UDI-DI: (01)10840096205128(11)250709(17)280709(10)M48801 Lot Number: M48801 Expiration Date: 07/09/2028 Model No: DVF4016-25-S UDI-DI: (01)10840096205128(11)251010(17)281010(10)M49278 Lot Number: M49278 Expiration Date: 10/10/2028 Model No: DVF4016-25-S UDI-DI: (01)10840096205128(11)250429(17)280429(10)M47582 Lot Number: M47582 Expiration Date: 04/29/2028 Model No: DVF4016-25-S UDI-DI: (01)10840096205128(11)250527(17)280527(10)M48049 Lot Number: M48049 Expiration Date: 05/27/2028 Model No: DVF4016-25-S UDI-DI: (01)10840096205128(11)251125(17)281125(10)M51038 Lot Number: M451038 Expiration Date: 11/25/2028
What to do
Check the model, lot or serial numbers above against your device. If yours is affected, contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider before you stop using a device you rely on.
Recall facts
| Recall number | Z-2072-2026 |
| Category | Medical device |
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) |
| Severity | Class II |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall started | March 25, 2026 |
| Reported | May 13, 2026 |
| Company | Katalyst Surgical, LLC |
| Company location | Chesterfield, MO, United States |
| Initiated by | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
| Quantity | 90 units |
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