# Major Recall Alert: Nagahara Chopper Recalled Due to Risk of Tip Breakage During Cleaning or Surgery
A significant safety alert has been announced regarding the **Nagahara chopper**. This essential surgical instrument, widely used in precision eye surgeries, poses a **potential risk of tip breakage during the cleaning process or during surgery**, leading to potential harm. If you or your medical practice uses this device, it’s crucial to understand the recall details and take immediate action.
## Why This Recall is Important
Medical instruments like the Nagahara chopper are integral to surgical procedures, especially in delicate operations. However, the **risk of tip breakage** can lead to serious complications for patients, including:
- **Intraoperative injuries** due to broken fragments during surgery
- **Delays in procedures**, impacting patient safety and outcomes
- **Compromised cleaning processes**, potentially leading to contamination risks
Given these potential hazards, health professionals and clinics must act promptly to avoid using defective devices.
### Details of the Recall
On **[Insert Correct Date Here, 30471 appears incorrect]**, the **Nagahara chopper** was officially recalled, prompting an important safety notice across Canada. Key details of the recall include:
- **Product Name**: Nagahara chopper
- **Brand**: Nagahara chopper
- **Category**: Medical Device
- **Issue**: Risk of tip breakage during the cleaning process or use in surgery
- **Affected Regions**: Canada
- **Recall Announcement**: For official details, visit the [Government of Canada Recall Page](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/instrumentarium-nagahara-chopper).
The seriousness of this issue underlines the need for healthcare professionals to stay updated on medical device recalls.
### What You Should Do
If you have the **Nagahara chopper** in your inventory, follow these steps to ensure patient safety:
1. **Immediately cease use**: Stop using the recalled device in any surgical or clinical setting.
2. **Inspect your inventory**: Identify and isolate all affected units.
3. **Contact the manufacturer**: Reach out to Instrumentarium or your distributor for guidance on returning the product or necessary reparations.
4. **Report incidents**: If any complications have occurred as a result of using this product, report them to [Health Canada’s incident reporting system](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca).
Healthcare facilities should also alert their staff and take preventive steps to avoid further incidents.
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Staying informed about medical product recalls is essential for maintaining safety and trust in healthcare practices. For further information on this recall, refer to the official recall notice [here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/instrumentarium-nagahara-chopper).
Act now to protect your patients, staff, and practice. Stay safe with timely recall updates!
