Medline recalls Centurion surgical kits with neuro sponges due to higher-than-expected endotoxin levels, which may indicate out-of-specification product. Affected kits have specific lot numbers and labels.
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 Centurion surgical procedure kits that contain neuro sponges because internal testing found higher-than-expected endotoxin levels. This could mean the sponges don't meet safety standards for medical use.
Endotoxins are natural components in bacterial cell walls that can cause infections if they enter the body. Higher-than-expected levels in these sponges may indicate contamination or improper manufacturing, potentially leading to infections during surgery.
Healthcare professionals using these kits for ENT procedures are most at risk. The recall affects specific lot numbers of Centurion kits sold with Medline Neuro Sponges.
Check for kits labeled 'SURGICAL ENT PREP KIT, Medline' with kit number MNS11715. Look for specific lot numbers listed in the recall: 23JBY390, 23IBS518, and other numbers provided in the notice.
Look for the label 'SURGICAL ENT PREP KIT, Medline' and kit number MNS11715 on the product.
Medline identified higher-than-expected endotoxin levels in a representative neuro sponge product during an internal review, indicating the product may be out-of-specification.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if your kit matches the described labels and lot numbers.
Yes, the recall includes lot numbers such as 23JBY390, 23IBS518, 23FBW067, and others listed in the notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2028-2026 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-2028-2026 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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