Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 21693 |
| Brand Name: | Cosman -RF probe (re-usable) |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Nitinol RF Reusable Electrodes All Lots |
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| Recalling Organisation: | Lifehealthcare Ltd New Zealand Unit E 61 Hugo Johnston Drive Penrose Auckland 1642 |
| Contact Information: | |
| Manufacturer: | Cosman Medical Inc |
| Issue: | There have been complaints that after multiple reprocessing cycles, the epoxy resin which holds the TCN Electrode in the hub can exhibit signs of damage. In some cases, this damage may result in the inability to fully remove blood and/or tissue residuals prior to cleaning and re-sterilising the device. |
| Recall action type: | Correction |
| Recall action: | Product to be exchanged |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 19/7/2017 |
