Medline recalls sterile procedural trays (SPINAL, SPINE CDS, TOTAL ORTHO CDS, TOTAL KNEE CDS, and other orthopedic kits) due to potential blade puncture of outer foil packaging. This could cause contamination during surgical procedures.
Sterile blades within sterile kits have the potential for the blade to puncture the outer foil layer of the sterile packaging.
Medline is recalling over 100 different sterile procedural trays used in orthopedic surgeries. The trays contain sterile blades that could puncture the outer foil packaging, risking contamination during surgical procedures. This is a safety issue for healthcare providers using these products.
Sterile blades inside the trays can puncture the outer foil layer of the packaging. This could lead to contamination of the surgical site if the packaging is compromised during use, potentially causing infections or other complications.
Healthcare professionals who use Medline's sterile procedural trays for orthopedic surgeries are most at risk. Patients using these trays during procedures may also be affected if the packaging is compromised.
Check for trays labeled with specific product names like SPINAL, SPINE CDS, TOTAL ORTHO CDS, TOTAL KNEE CDS, or similar orthopedic terms. Look for the lot numbers listed in the recall notice (e.g., 22JBP283, 22JMG559).
Look for the product name and lot number on the tray packaging to determine if it's affected.
If you have an affected product, contact Medline directly for instructions on how to return or replace it.
Medline recalls sterile procedural trays labeled as SPINAL, SPINE CDS, TOTAL ORTHO CDS, TOTAL KNEE CDS, and other orthopedic-specific terms (over 100 variants).
Check the product label for the specific name (e.g., SPINAL, SPINE CDS) and lot number listed in the recall notice (e.g., 22JBP283, 22JMG559).
No, but you should check your products and contact Medline if you have an affected item to ensure safe handling.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1096-2023 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-1096-2023 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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