Database updated: 3 November 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 29275 |
| Brand Name: | ConMed Endoscopic Diathermy Electrodes |
| Model: | item code: 60-5274-132 |
| Affected: | From 20190801X to 20211031X |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Paragon Care Group New Zealand Limited 69 Elizabeth Knox Place Glen Innes AUCKLAND |
| Contact Information: | 0508 654 258 |
| Manufacturer: | ConMed Corporation |
| Issue: | The manufacturer received reports that the tip of the electrode could detach during use. In most cases, the tip was easily retrieved by the surgical team during the surgery. If the tip detaches into the patient's cavity and cannot be retrieved, there should be little to no potential consequences in leaving the electrode tip in the patient as the electrode tip is made of stainless steel. The surgeon should make a decision, based on the surgeon's own clinical experience and the patient's individual needs, regarding the manner and time spent in attempting to retrieve the electrode tip. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be exchanged |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 19/4/2022 |
