Accu-TempRecalls & reported problems across all models
Beaver-Visitec International, Inc. · 3 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 4
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
We found 3 models of Accu-Temp by Beaver-Visitec International, Inc. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 4 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Apr 28, 2023 and Oct 17, 2024 — classified as 3 injuries, 1 malfunction.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Fire” (2 reports).
1 FDA recall record name at least one of these models by its device identifier.
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works
Reports received per month, all models
Accu-Temp recalls
FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.
- Jul 19, 2018Terminated
A small number of devices in this lot may have a melted cap and a hole formed through the packaging. The risk is potentially the product will no longer be sterile for use and may cause harm to a patient.
Z-3045-2018 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported Accu-Temp problems
Device problems
- Fire2
- Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available1
- Sparking1
- Unclear Information1
Patient problems
- Burn(s)1
- Eye Burn1
- Laceration(s)1
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions1
Accu-Temp models
3 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- Accu-Temp® 8445000Unit, cautery, thermal, battery-powered1 recall0 reports
- Accu-Temp® 8442000Unit, cautery, thermal, battery-powered3 reports
- Accu-Temp® 8441000Unit, cautery, thermal, battery-powered1 report
Recent Accu-Temp adverse event reports
The 4 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionOct 17, 2024Sparking; Sparking
ON SEPTEMBER 26TH, 2024 BVI HAS BEEN NOTIFIED BY FDA ABOUT MEDICAL DEVICE REPORT RECEIVED VIA THE MEDWATCH PROGRAM CONCERNING BVI PRODUCT. THE UF/IMPORTER REPORT # (B)(4) DESCRIBED A SITUATION WHEN A BOVIE PEN WAS USED DURING PATIENT CARE AND A SPARK IGNITED. PATIENT PULLED HIS FINGER AWAY IMMEDIATELY AND THE CHUCKS PAD BURNED SOME. NO OBVIOUS SIGNS OF INJURY WERE NOTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20471331 ↗InjuryAug 28, 2024Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available; Unclear Information; Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available; Unclear Information
PER UF REPORT (B)(4). BEAVER-VISITEC INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS, INC. (BVI) ACCU-TEMP LOW TEMPERATURE AND HIGH TEMPERATURE CAUTERY DEVICES APPEAR NEARLY IDENTICAL IN THEIR PACKAGING WHICH CAN LEAD TO CONFUSION WHEN SELECTING ITEMS FOR USE FOR PROCEDURES. THE HANDLE PORTION OF BOTH ITEMS IS WHITE. IN THE PACKAGE, THESE ITEMS ARE ALSO COVERED WITH A WHITE CAP TO PROTECT THE CAUTERY TIP. THE HANDLE DOES HAVE SMALL FONT ON EACH ITEM THAT STATE HIGH OR LOW TEMP, BUT THIS FOUND IS ALSO NEARLY IDENTICAL IN COLOR AND SIZE ON THE TWO ITEMS. IT ISN'T UNTIL THESE ITEMS ARE ON THE SURGICAL FIELD FOR USE WHEN THERE IS A NOTABLE DIFFERENCE; THE HIGH TEMP CAUTERY HAS A BLUE TIP BELOW THE LOOP TIP WHEREAS THE LOW TEMP DEVICE HAS A WHITE OR LIGHT GRAY TIP BELOW THE LOOP. BVI ACCU-TEMP LOW TEMPERATURE CAUTERY; 1/2 IN SHAFT WITH FINE TIP; REF # 8441000; LOT # 6061506. BVI ACCU-TEMP HIGH TEMPERATURE CAUTERY; 1/2 IN SHAFT WITH LOOP TIP; REF # 8443000; LOT # 6053065. A PATIENT WAS HAVING A PROCEDURE OF MEDIAL AND LATERAL RECTUS EXPLORATION /RECESSION FOR EXOTROPIA. A HIGH-TEMP CAUTERY TOOL WAS USED WHEN LOW TEMP CAUTERY TOOL WAS INTENDED. THIS MAY HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO A SMALL SCLERAL LACERATION.
Patient problems: Laceration(s)
MAUDE report 20092173 ↗InjuryJul 31, 2023Fire; Fire
A CUSTOMER ALLEGED THAT A FIRE WAS IGNITED BY THE CAUTERY. WHILE OXYGEN WAS BEING USED AND THE DRAPE APPEARS TO HAVE CAUGHT ON FIRE BURNING THE PATIENST FACE.
Patient problems: Burn(s)
MAUDE report 17430485 ↗InjuryApr 28, 2023Fire; Fire
A CUSTOMER REPORTED "USING THE CAUTERY, A FLAME WAS CREATED THAT BURNED THE PATIENT'S EYELASHES." NO MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: Eye Burn
MAUDE report 16840373 ↗
Other Beaver-Visitec International, Inc. products
All Beaver-Visitec International, Inc. devices →Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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