SatinSlitRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 3 models of SatinSlit by Alcon Laboratories, Inc. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 39 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Mar 9, 2021 and Nov 18, 2025 — classified as 1 injury, 38 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Dull, Blunt” (37 reports).

2 FDA recall records name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 2 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

SatinSlit 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-2668-2024 · Root cause: Process control · Recall details · FDA record ↗

2. 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-2664-2024 · Root cause: Process control · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported SatinSlit problems

SatinSlit models

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

• SatinSlit® 8065992761

  Knife, ophthalmic
  1 recall37 reports
• SatinSlit® 8065992561

  Knife, ophthalmic
  1 recall1 report
• SatinSlit® 8065992961

  Knife, ophthalmic
  1 report

Recent SatinSlit adverse event reports

The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionNov 18, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  THE PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT DURING VITRECTOMY SURGERY AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIFE WAS FOUND TO BE DULL. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED AFTER REPLACING THE PRODUCT WITH ANOTHER ONE. THERE'S NO PATIENT HARM.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 23583035 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 7, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT DURING CATARACT SURGERY, AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIFE WAS POOR. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED ON THE SAME DAY WITH ALTERNATIVE PRODUCT. THERE WAS NO PATIENT IMPACT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 22413476 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 3, 2025Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  THE PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT SEVEN OPHTHALMIC KNIVES FROM SAME LOT WERE NOT SHARP ENOUGH. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED BY REPLACING THE KNIFE. NO PATIENT HARM WAS REPORTED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED BUT NONE RECEIVED TILL DATE.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 21511496 ↗
• MalfunctionDec 2, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES WERE FOUND TO BE DULL WHEN CATARACT SURGERY WAS SCHEDULED. DETAILS OF PROCEDURE WAS NOT REPORTED. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20819491 ↗
• MalfunctionDec 2, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES WERE FOUND TO BE DULL WHEN CATARACT SURGERY WAS SCHEDULED. DETAILS OF PROCEDURE WAS NOT REPORTED. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20819311 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 25, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT DURING SURGERY AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES WAS FOUND BLUNT WITH NO IMPACT ON PATIENT. PROCEDURE DETAILS WAS NOT REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20300255 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 12, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT THE OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES WERE FOUND TO BE DULL DURING SURGERY. THE TYPE OF PROCEDURE IS UNKNOWN. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED USING A NEW KNIFE FROM A SEPARATE PACKAGE, AND NO PATIENT IMPACT WAS REPORTED. THIS IS THE THIRD OF FIVE REPORTS RECEIVED FROM THE SAME INITIAL REPORTER.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20200920 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 10, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIFE WAS FOUND TO BE DULL DURING SURGERY. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED WITH ALTERNATIVE KNIFE ON THE SAME DAY. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM. DETAILS OF SURGERY WAS NOT PROVIDED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20177853 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 10, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC CUTTING KNIVES WERE FOUND TO BE DULL DURING SURGERY. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED WITH ALTERNATIVE KNIVES ON THE SAME DAY. THERE WAS NO PATIENT HARM. DETAILS OF SURGERY WAS NOT PROVIDED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20177630 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 24, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A CUSTOMER REPORTED THAT DURING CATARACT SURGERY THE OPHTHALMIC BLADES WERE FOUND TO BE DULL. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED. THERE WAS NO PATIENT IMPACT REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 19819864 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 22, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT AN OPHTHALMIC BLADES WERE FOUND TO BE DULL DURING SURGERY. THE SURGERY WAS COMPLETED WITHOUT PRODUCT REPLACEMENT. PROCEDURE DETAILS AND PATIENT IMPACT WERE NOT REPORTED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED BUT NONE RECEIVED TILL DATE.

  Patient problems: Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 19790882 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 15, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A NURSE REPORTED THAT THE OPHTHALMIC KNIVES WERE BLUNT. PROCEDURE DETAILS AND PATIENT IMPACT WERE NOT REPORTED . ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED BUT NONE RECEIVED TILL DATE.

  Patient problems: Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 19738968 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 12, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT THE OPHTHALMIC KNIVES WERE BLUNT. PROCEDURE DETAILS AND PATIENT IMPACT WERE NOT REPORTED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN REQUESTED BUT NONE RECEIVED TILL DATE.

  Patient problems: Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 19729248 ↗
• MalfunctionJun 21, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT DURING SURGERY IT WAS FOUND THAT KNIVES WERE DULL. USED SLIT KNIFE SEPARATELY AND COMPLETED THE SURGERY WITH NO PATIENT HARM. PROCEDURE DETAILS WAS NOT REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 19582852 ↗
• MalfunctionJun 21, 2024Dull, Blunt; Dull, Blunt

  A PHYSICIAN REPORTED THAT DURING SURGERY IT WAS FOUND THAT KNIVES WERE DULL. USED SLIT KNIFE SEPARATELY AND COMPLETED THE SURGERY WITH NO PATIENT HARM. PROCEDURE DETAILS WAS NOT REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 19582474 ↗

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