Bausch & Lomb Inc Bausch & Lomb Lightning High Speed Vitrectomy Cutter, Catalog #CX4804, 1/20-gauge high speed vitrectomy cutter per package. The firm name on the label is Bausch & Lomb incorporated, Rochester, NY. Recall
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Product
Bausch & Lomb Lightning High Speed Vitrectomy Cutter, Catalog #CX4804, 1/20-gauge high speed vitrectomy cutter per package. The firm name on the label is Bausch & Lomb incorporated, Rochester, NY.
Brand
Bausch & Lomb Inc
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Bausch & Lomb Inc is recalling Bausch & Lomb Lightning High Speed Vitrectomy Cutter, Catalog #CX4804, 1/20-gauge high speed vitrect due to The cutter tip could break during a procedure. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The cutter tip could break during a procedure
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Recall letters were issued via e-mail to surgeons on 12/14/06 and via overnight mail on 12/14/06 to surgeons and operating room supervisors requesting immediate segregation and return of the product.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026