Ethicon recalls SURGICEL Fibrillar 1x2in (2.5cm x 5.1cm) product with torn pouches that could compromise sterility. Affected units have specific product numbers and lot numbers.
Some foil pouches were found torn open, impacting the sterile barrier which was traced to a specific machine used during product packaging.
Ethicon is recalling SURGICEL Fibrillar 1x2in (2.5cm x 5.1cm) due to torn foil pouches that could break the sterile barrier. This risk affects medical use where sterility is critical, such as wound care.
Torn foil pouches can compromise the sterile barrier, potentially exposing the product to contaminants. This could lead to infection if used in medical procedures where sterility is critical.
Healthcare professionals and patients using SURGICEL Fibrillar for wound care may be affected. Those with the specific product numbers and lot numbers are most at risk.
Check for product number 1963 or lot numbers listed in the recall notice. The item is sold in foil pouches that may be torn open.
Look for product number 1963 or lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
The recall is for torn pouches that could compromise sterility; if the pouch is intact, it should be safe.
Check for product number 1963 or lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Ethicon for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ethicon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2407-2024 — Ethicon Ethicon Hello, I own a Ethicon that is covered by recall Z-2407-2024 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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