Ethicon recalls coated VICRYL Polyglactin 91:0 suture due to needle pull-off and visible degradation in packaging. Affected units may have compromised strength.
Complaints were received regarding needle pull-off and suture degradation. Analysis on returned product from this lot confirmed that some sutures were visually degraded in the package.
Ethicon is recalling coated VICRYL Polyglactin 910 sutures that may have degraded in packaging, causing needle pull-off and suture weakening. This could lead to improper wound closure during medical procedures.
The suture may weaken or degrade in packaging, leading to needle pull-off during use. This could cause improper wound closure or complications during surgery.
Medical professionals using the recalled suture for surgeries or procedures are affected. Patients undergoing surgery with this suture may be at risk if the suture degrades.
Check for the product number J358H on the packaging. The lot number QP2AJM and UDI-DI 10705031237308 (each) or 30705031237302 (box) indicate the affected units.
Look for the product number J358H, lot number QP2AJM, and UDI-DI numbers on the packaging.
The recall indicates some sutures may have degraded in packaging, potentially causing needle pull-off and weakening during use. This could affect surgical outcomes.
Check for product number J358H, lot number QP2AJM, and UDI-DI numbers 10705031237308 (each) or 30705031237302 (box) on the packaging.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Ethicon for guidance on safe handling or disposal.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ethicon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0319-2025 — Ethicon Ethicon Hello, I own a Ethicon that is covered by recall Z-0319-2025 from Ethicon. 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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