Medline recalls 961 medical procedure kits containing Neuro Sponges with higher-than-expected endotoxin levels, which may not meet specifications. Consumers should check their kit numbers and lot numbers for affected items.
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 961 medical procedure kits that contain Neuro Sponges with higher-than-expected endotoxin levels. This means the sponges may not meet the required safety standards for medical use. If you own one of these kits, you should stop using it and contact Medline for a replacement.
Endotoxins are natural components of bacterial cell walls that can cause infections if they enter the body. Higher-than-expected levels in these sponges could potentially lead to infections during medical procedures if the sponges are used improperly.
Healthcare professionals and medical facilities that use these kits are most at risk. The recall affects specific kits with certain model numbers and lot numbers.
Check your Medline kit numbers (CDS780056K, CDS780056L, CDS780109O, etc.) and lot numbers (e.g., 21DBU610, 21KBG946) to see if your kit is affected. The recall includes 961 specific kits with listed model numbers and lot numbers.
Look for your Medline kit number (e.g., CDS780056K) and lot number (e.g., 21DBU610) on the product packaging to determine if it's affected.
If your kit is affected, contact Medline directly to arrange a replacement or refund.
The recall indicates higher-than-expected endotoxin levels, which may not meet specifications. Medline recommends not using these kits until a replacement is provided.
Check your Medline kit number (e.g., CDS780056K) and lot number (e.g., 21DBU610) against the list of affected items provided in the recall notice.
Contact Medline directly to arrange for a replacement or refund. Do not use the kit until you receive a replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2033-2026 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-2033-2026 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
