Covidien recalls V-Loc 180 Absorbable Wound Closure Devices with possible packaging perforations that could cause infection or vision loss during surgery.
Product may contain a perforation or tear in the sterile barrier packaging. This issue may result in biocontamination of the sterile sutures, which may lead to infection, loss of vision if in ophthalmic utilization, or prolonged surgery.
Covidien is recalling V-Loc 180 Absorbable Wound Closure Devices due to potential perforations in the sterile packaging. This could lead to infection or vision loss if used in eye procedures. Affected products have specific lot numbers and box codes listed in the recall.
The sterile packaging may have a tear or perforation, allowing contaminants to enter the sterile sutures. This could lead to infection during surgery or, in eye procedures, cause vision loss.
Medical professionals who use these devices during surgery are most at risk, particularly those performing ophthalmic procedures where infection could cause vision loss.
Check for box codes like BOX06614V4, BOX07405V1, or lot numbers such as 0233506453-0233506456. The product includes specific UDI-DI codes and model numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for box codes like BOX06614V4, BOX07405V1, or similar codes on the packaging.
Reach out to Covidien directly for assistance with identifying affected products or next steps.
Perforated packaging could lead to infection during surgery or vision loss if used in ophthalmic procedures.
Check for box codes like BOX06614V4, BOX07405V1, or specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; affected products should be checked for perforations and handled with caution.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2919-2026 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-2919-2026 from Covidien. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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