Covidien recalls Dermalon 4-0 Blue 75cm sutures with possible packaging tears that could cause infection. Affected items have specific lot numbers and model codes. Consumers should check their product details.
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 Dermalon 4-0 Blue 75cm sutures due to potential tears in the sterile packaging. This could lead to infection or vision loss if used in eye procedures. The recall affects specific model numbers and lot dates.
The sterile packaging may have a tear or perforation, allowing contaminants to enter the sutures. This could cause infections, especially during eye surgeries, or lead to prolonged surgical times if the sutures become contaminated.
Sutures users, particularly those in ophthalmic procedures, may face infection or vision loss risks if the packaging is torn. The recall targets specific model numbers and lot dates.
Check for model numbers 88861757-31 (C13) or 88861799-31 (C14) with lot numbers D6A3020FY or D6A2861FY. These sutures were sold with specific UDI-DI codes.
Look for model numbers 88861757-31 (C13) or 88861799-31 (C14) and lot numbers D6A3020FY or D6A2861FY on the packaging.
Torn packaging could lead to infection, vision loss in eye procedures, or prolonged surgery.
Check for model numbers 88861757-31 (C13) or 88861799-31 (C14) and lot numbers D6A3020FY or D6A2861FY on the packaging.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; check product details to confirm if affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2920-2026 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-2920-2026 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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