# China NMPA Product Recall - High-frequency electrosurgical unit

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> China NMPA product recall for High-frequency electrosurgical unit by Shanghai Lishen Scientific Instruments Co., Ltd. published August 05, 2019. Recall level: Level 3 Recall. On August 5, 2019, Shanghai Lishen Scientific Instruments Co., Ltd. initiated a Class III voluntary 

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## Details

- Record Type: CHINA_PRODUCT_RECALL
- Title: Shanghai Lishen Scientific Instruments Co., Ltd. is voluntarily recalling its high-frequency electrosurgical unit.
- Company Name: Shanghai Lishen Scientific Instruments Co., Ltd.
- Publication Date: 2019-08-05
- Product Name: High-frequency electrosurgical unit
- Recall Level: Level 3 Recall
- Recall Reason: The product failed to meet the requirements of items 19.3.1013) and 19.3.101 b) in the national medical device supervision and spot check. Analysis and testing indicated that the problem may be due to a malfunction in the TLP521-4 optocoupler in the product, which led to the failure of bipolar application.
- Discovering Company: Shanghai Lishen Scientific Instruments Co., Ltd.
- Manufacturing Company: Shanghai Lishen Scientific Instruments Co., Ltd.
- Summary: On August 5, 2019, Shanghai Lishen Scientific Instruments Co., Ltd. initiated a Class III voluntary recall of its high-frequency electrosurgical units. This action followed a national medical device supervision and spot check, which identified that certain products failed to comply with sections 19.3.1013) and 19.3.101 b) of the GB9706.4-2009 standard, titled "Medical Electrical Equipment Part 2-2: Particular Requirements for Safety of High-Frequency Surgical Equipment." Investigations revealed a suspected malfunction in the TLP521-4 optocoupler within the units, resulting in excessive bipolar application.
The recall was reported by the Shanghai Food and Drug Administration and overseen by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). The company is taking corrective measures by removing the affected devices from circulation. Specific models, specifications, and batch details are provided in an attached Medical Device Recall Event Report Form. This recall emphasizes the company's commitment to product safety and compliance with national medical device regulations, ensuring patient safety and device efficacy.

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