Medline recalls medical procedure kits containing neuro sponges with higher-than-expected endotoxin levels, which may be out-of-specification for endotoxin. Affected kits include specific models and lot numbers.
During an internal review, Medline identified higher-than-expected endotoxin levels on a representative Medline neuro sponge product, indicating that in-market product may be out-of-specification for endotoxin.
Medline is recalling medical procedure kits that contain neuro sponges with higher-than-expected endotoxin levels. This could mean the products are out-of-specification for endotoxin, though the recall does not specify a health risk or action needed.
During an internal review, Medline found higher-than-expected endotoxin levels on a representative neuro sponge product. Endotoxins are bacterial components that can cause infections if introduced into the body, but the recall does not specify that the products are currently causing harm or that users need to take action.
Healthcare professionals and medical facilities using Medline medical procedure kits with neuro sponges labeled as ZALE STEREOTACTIC CDS, EPISTAXIS TRAY, RHINO PACK, etc. The highest risk is for those using the affected kits in clinical settings.
Check if your Medline medical procedure kit includes the neuro sponges labeled as ZALE STEREOTACTIC CDS (SKU CDS983173G), EPISTAXIS TRAY (SKU DYNDA3240), RHINO PACK (SKU DYNJ46504B), or other listed kits. Look for specific lot numbers and UDI/DI codes provided in the recall.
Identify if your kit matches the listed product names and lot numbers in the recall notice.
The recall states higher-than-expected endotoxin levels but does not specify a health risk or that users need to take action.
The recall does not state that users should stop using the kits or take any action.
The recall does not provide specific instructions for affected users.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2020-2026 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-2020-2026 from Medline. 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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