3M recalls Steri-Drape small surgery drapes with incise film due to adhesive causing skin injuries and product damage. Affected lots include 33H9HW, 33HXMD, 33JKD4, 33JKLL, 33KPXJ.
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 surgery drapes with incise film because the adhesive is hard to remove without damaging the product and has caused skin injuries. This affects healthcare workers using these drapes during procedures.
The adhesive on the drape liner is difficult to remove without damaging the product, which can lead to skin injuries. This issue has been reported more frequently in recent times.
Healthcare workers using these drapes in general surgery procedures are most at risk. Patients and staff handling the drapes during surgery could experience skin injuries.
Check for lot numbers 33H9HW, 33HXMD, 33JKD4, 33JKLL, or 33KPXJ on the drape packaging. These are the affected lots of 3M Steri-Drape Small Drape with Incise Film, REF 1021.
Look for lot numbers 33H9HW, 33HXMD, 33JKD4, 33JKLL, or 33KPXJ on the drape packaging.
3M confirmed the adhesive on the drape liner is difficult to remove without damaging the product and has caused an increase in reported adhesive-related skin injuries.
Check the lot number on the packaging. If it matches the affected lots (33H9HW, 33HXMD, 33JKD4, 33JKLL, 33KPXJ), stop using it and contact 3M for guidance.
The recall record does not mention a repair kit or remedy. Affected users should stop using the drape and contact 3M for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send 3M Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0255-2023 — 3M Healthcare 3M Healthcare Hello, I own a 3M Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-0255-2023 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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