ELECTROLASE HYFRECATOR(R) ELECTRODES - SHARP, REF/Catalog Number 7-100-8BX, Disposable Hyfrecator(R) Tips, Sterile, Rx Only --- CONMED CORPORATION USA. Intended to be used as active RF electrodes for desiccation, fulguration and coagulation.

Some devices had broken through the seal of the sterile pouch. ConMed confirmed instances where the pouch seal was compromised on the affected products.

ConMed sent Urgent Device Recall Letters (dated 1/28/13) and Business Reply Forms to all domestic customers via USPS Priority Mail. International notices were sent via FedEx International Priority to the foreign consignees. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to review their inventory and complete Attachment II response form and return it with unused affected product to: ConMed Corporation 525 French Road, Utica, NY 13502. Customers were asked to return Attachment II even if they don't have any affected product. For questions regarding this recall call 315-624-3533.