3M recalls Steri-Drape Large Towel Drapes REF 1010NSD due to adhesive causing skin injuries and difficulty removing liner without damage. Affected lots include 33JE6A, 33JR86, 33JRFK, 33KD3C.
During a recent investigation, 3M confirmed the liner on the adhesive component of the affected drapes is difficult to remove without damaging the product and may render the product unusable. Additionally, 3M has observed an increase in reported adhesive related skin injuries for these affected lots.
3M is recalling Steri-Drape Large Towel Drapes with REF 1010NSD for general surgery use. The adhesive liner is hard to remove without damaging the product and has caused skin injuries in reported cases.
The adhesive component's liner is difficult to remove without damaging the product. This can lead to skin injuries if the adhesive remains on the skin after use.
Healthcare professionals using these drapes in surgery are most at risk. Patients and staff handling the drapes during procedures could experience skin injuries.
Check for the product name 'Steri-Drape Large Towel Drape', reference number 1010NSD, and lot numbers 33JE6A, 33JR86, 33JRFK, or 33KD3C.
Identify the product name, reference number, and lot numbers to confirm if your drapes are affected.
3M confirmed the adhesive liner is difficult to remove without damaging the product and has reported an increase in adhesive-related skin injuries.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so check the product details to see if your drapes are affected.
Yes, the adhesive liner can cause skin injuries if not removed properly and may damage the product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send 3M Healthcare Business to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0252-2023 — 3M Healthcare Business 3M Healthcare Business Hello, I own a 3M Healthcare Business that is covered by recall Z-0252-2023 from 3M Healthcare Business. 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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