Medline recalls specific probe cover kits with sterile ultrasound gel due to potential inadequate seam barriers during ultrasound procedures. Affected kits include models CVI4880 to IVS3635B sold from Dec 2017 to May 2023.
Probe covers for use during diagnostic ultrasound procedures may have an inadequate barrier at the seams.
Medline is recalling probe cover kits that contain sterile ultrasound gel. These kits may have weak seams that could allow contaminants to enter during medical procedures, posing a risk of infection.
The probe covers may have inadequate barriers at the seams, allowing contaminants to enter the sterile gel during ultrasound procedures. This could lead to infections if the gel comes into contact with the patient's skin or tissues.
Healthcare professionals using these kits for ultrasound procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with these kits could face infection if the cover's seam barrier fails.
Check for model numbers CVI4880, CVI680C, DYNDC1786A, ECVC1655, ECVC7880, or IVS3635B on the kit. These kits were sold by Medline between December 2017 and May 2023.
Look for model numbers CVI4880, CVI680C, DYNDC1786A, ECVC1655, ECVC7880, or IVS3635B on the kit.
Reach out to Medline directly to confirm if your kit is affected and get instructions for next steps.
Kits with model numbers CVI4880, CVI680C, DYNDC1786A, ECVC1655, ECVC7880, or IVS3635B sold between December 2017 and May 2023.
Contact Medline directly to confirm if your kit is affected and get instructions for next steps.
Yes, if the probe cover's seam barrier is inadequate, contaminants could enter the sterile gel during procedures, potentially causing infections.
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Subject: Recall Z-2175-2023 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-2175-2023 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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