3M recalls small surgical drapes with adhesive issues that may cause skin injuries. Affected lots include 33HT9W to 33K888. Stop using if skin irritation occurs.
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 small surgical drapes with a problematic adhesive that can cause skin injuries. The issue may make the product unusable without damaging it, and users should check if they have the affected lot numbers.
The adhesive layer is difficult to remove without damaging the product, potentially causing skin irritation or injury. This has led to increased reports of adhesive-related skin issues with the affected lots.
Surgical staff and patients using the affected 3M Steri-Drape drape models. Those with skin sensitivity or existing wounds are at higher risk.
Check for lot numbers 33HT9W, 33HWN8, 33J5T9, 33JL66, 33JLLW, 33JMKR, 33JN4N, 33K7Y7, or 33K888 on the product. The product is a small surgical drape with incise film.
If you experience skin irritation or injury after use, stop using the drape immediately.
Check the product for lot numbers 33HT9W through 33K888 to confirm if it is affected.
3M confirmed the adhesive layer is difficult to remove without damaging the product and has seen increased reports of adhesive-related skin injuries.
Check for skin irritation; if present, stop using it immediately. Verify the lot number to confirm if it is affected.
Yes, the adhesive can cause skin injuries, especially for those with sensitive skin or existing wounds.
We’ve drafted a message you can send 3M Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0256-2023 — 3M Healthcare 3M Healthcare Hello, I own a 3M Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-0256-2023 from 3M Healthcare. 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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