Covidien recalls V-Loc 90 Absorbable Wound Closure Devices with possible perforations in sterile packaging 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 certain V-Loc 90 wound closure devices because the sterile packaging might have tears or holes. This could lead to infection, vision loss if used in eye surgeries, or longer surgery times.
The sterile packaging may have tears or perforations, allowing contaminants to enter the device. This could cause infections, vision loss during eye surgeries, or require longer surgical procedures to fix the issue.
Patients and medical professionals who have received the recalled V-Loc 90 devices. Those using the devices in ophthalmic procedures are at higher risk for vision complications.
Check for the model numbers VLOCM0336, VLOCM0436, VLOCM0003, VLOCM0013, VLOCM0024, VLOCM0123, VLOCM0315, VLOCM0603, VLOCM0604, or VLOCM1203 on the packaging. Also look for lot numbers starting with A5M or A6A followed by 10 characters.
Look for model numbers VLOCM0336, VLOCM0436, VLOCM0003, VLOCM0013, VLOCM0024, VLOCM0123, VLOCM0315, VLOCM0603, VLOCM0604, or VLOCM1203 on the packaging.
The sterile packaging may have tears or perforations, which could lead to contamination of the sutures and cause infection, vision loss during eye surgeries, or longer surgery times.
Check the packaging for the model numbers listed. If you have the recalled model, contact Covidien for instructions on how to handle it.
Yes, the device could cause infection or vision loss if used in eye procedures, but the recall does not specify that the device must be stopped immediately.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2918-2026 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-2918-2026 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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