Alcon—23 G and 25 G Valved Entry Systems: Valved Cannulae May Leak

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In an August 11, 2015, Non-Safety Voluntary Market Correction letter submitted by ECRI Institute member hospitals, Alcon states that a small percentage of the valved cannulae below may leak, potentially leading to loss of intraocular fluid, which may result in fluctuation of intraocular pressure (IOP). The manufacturer has not confirmed the...