Cook Biotech recalls RVP-0.4 recto-vaginal fistula plugs that expire before their labeled date. This expired product may not be safe for medical use. Consumers should check product expiration dates and contact Cook for details.
Products expire prior to the expiration date printed on the product labeling
Cook Biotech is recalling RVP-0.4 recto-vaginal fistula plugs that expire before the date printed on their labels. Using expired medical devices can lead to unsafe tissue repair and potential complications.
Medical devices that expire before their labeled date may lose effectiveness or become unsafe for use. This could lead to improper tissue repair or complications during the healing process.
Patients who received the RVP-0.4 plug for recto-vaginal fistula repair and are using it after its expiration date. Medical professionals who administered the plug may also be affected.
Check the product label for expiration date. The RVP-0.4 plug has order numbers G46602 and lot numbers LB1524438, LB1533362, LB1534031, LB1534416.
Verify the product's expiration date on the label to ensure it hasn't expired before the printed date.
The product expires before the expiration date printed on the label, which could lead to unsafe tissue repair.
Check the product label for the order number G46602 and lot numbers LB1524438, LB1533362, LB1534031, or LB1534416.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Cook Biotech directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cook Biotech to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3259-2024 — Cook Biotech Cook Biotech Hello, I own a Cook Biotech that is covered by recall Z-3259-2024 from Cook Biotech. 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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