SatinCrescentRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 2 models of SatinCrescent by Alcon Laboratories, Inc. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 10 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Jul 28, 2021 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 10 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Dull, Blunt” (8 reports).

1 FDA recall record name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 1 still open.

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

SatinCrescent 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.

1. Jul 15, 2024Open, Classified

   Alcon has detected an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness for specific ClearCut Dual Bevel Sideport and A-OK Comeal/Scleral V-Lance Ophthalmic knives.

   Z-2661-2024 · Root cause: Process control · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported SatinCrescent problems

SatinCrescent models

2 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• SatinCrescent® 8065990002

  Knife, ophthalmic
  1 recall9 reports
• SatinCrescent® 8065990001

  Knife, ophthalmic
  1 report

Recent SatinCrescent adverse event reports

The 10 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Manufacturing, Packaging or Shipping Problem

  A physician reported that, prior to surgery, the outer box of an ophthalmic blade was collapsed when opened. Procedure details and patient impact were not reported.Additional information has been requested but is not available at the time of this report.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50948028 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 22, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT DURING SURGERY OPHTHALMIC SCALPEL WAS BLUNT. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED ON THE SAME DAY WITH ALTERNATIVE PRODUCT AND THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 22870426 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 7, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC SCALPEL WAS FOUND TO BE BLUNT. PROCEDURE DETAILS AND PATIENT IMPACT IS NOT REPORTED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED, NONE RECEIVED TILL DATE.

  Patient problems: Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 22742739 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 6, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  THE PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT DURING CATARACT SURGERY THE KNIFE WAS DULL AND NOT SHARP. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED ON THE SAME DAY WITHOUT PATIENT IMPACT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 21319755 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 10, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC SCALPEL WAS FOUND TO BE BLUNT DURING SURGERY. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED ON THE SAME DAY WITH ALTERNATIVE PRODUCT. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 19079518 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 20, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC OPERATING KNIFE WAS FOUND TO BE NOT SHARP ENOUGH DURING THE SURGERY. THE DETAILS OF PROCEDURE AND PATIENT HARM WAS NOT PROVIDED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED AND NONE RECEIVED TILL DATE.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 18939372 ↗
• MalfunctionNov 9, 2021Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A NURSE REPORTED THE HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL ENCOUNTERED THREE OPHTHALMIC CRESCENT KNIVES WITH BLUNT TIPS WHEN VIEWED UNDER THE MICROSCOPE AND THEY COULD NOT COMPLETE THE PUNCTURE DURING A CATARACT PROCEDURE. THE FOURTH REPLACEMENT KNIFE WAS OBTAINED AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 12778669 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 15, 2021Material Fragmentation; Material Fragmentation

  A SURGEON REPORTED THAT MULTIPLE KNIVES WERE USED DURING SEPARATE CATARACT SURGERIES WHICH, DURING AND AFTER THE PROCEDURES, DEBRIS WAS NOTED IN THE INCISION SITE WITH VIRTUALLY EVERY BLADE USED. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM REPORTED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 12474777 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 28, 2021Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A NURSE REPORTED THAT MULTIPLE KNIVES WERE BLUNT DURING SEPARATE CATARACT SURGERIES. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF ANY PATIENT HARM. THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED THAT CONFIRMED THAT AN ALTERNATE KNIFE WAS OBTAINED IN ORDER TO COMPLETE EACH SURGERY. IT WAS FURTHER CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS NO HARM TO ANY PATIENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 12240845 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 28, 2021Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A NURSE REPORTED THAT MULTIPLE KNIVES WERE BLUNT DURING SEPARATE CATARACT SURGERIES. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF ANY PATIENT HARM. THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED THAT CONFIRMED THAT AN ALTERNATE KNIFE WAS OBTAINED IN ORDER TO COMPLETE EACH SURGERY. IT WAS FURTHER CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS NO HARM TO ANY PATIENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 12240843 ↗

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