Merit Medical recalls StabiliT TOUCH syringes with possible sterile barrier holes that could cause infections. Affected units have specific reference numbers and expiration dates.
Inflation devices may have a small hole in the sterile barrier of the device and use of affected devices may result in exposure to pathogens/pyrogens which could lead to infection.
Merit Medical is recalling StabiliT TOUCH syringes that may have a small hole in the sterile barrier. This could expose users to pathogens or pyrogens, leading to infection. If you have the recalled model, stop using it immediately.
The syringe's sterile barrier may have a small hole, allowing pathogens or pyrogens to enter the device. Using these syringes could lead to infections or other health issues during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals and patients using the StabiliT TOUCH syringe for medical injections are most at risk. Anyone with the specific reference numbers listed in the recall is affected.
Check for the reference number IN8VCF/B on the syringe. The expiration dates listed are May 31, 2027, and July 26, 2027. The specific lot numbers are 00884450662144 and H2918440, H2938015.
Immediately stop using the StabiliT TOUCH syringe if it has the reference number IN8VCF/B.
The recalled syringe has the reference number IN8VCF/B.
Using affected devices may result in exposure to pathogens or pyrogens, leading to infection.
Check for the reference number IN8VCF/B and the specific lot numbers 00884450662144 or H2918440, H2938015.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Merit Medical Systems to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0073-2025 — Merit Medical Systems Merit Medical Systems Hello, I own a Merit Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-0073-2025 from Merit Medical Systems. 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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