3M recalls medium drape surgical products with adhesive that may cause skin injuries when removed. Affected lots have a difficult-to-remove liner that can damage the product and lead to skin issues.
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 certain surgical drapes because the adhesive layer can be hard to remove without damaging the product and has been linked to skin injuries. This affects medical professionals using these drapes during surgeries.
The adhesive component has a liner that's difficult to remove without damaging the drape. This can cause the drape to become unusable and increase the risk of skin injuries from the adhesive.
Healthcare workers using the recalled drapes during surgeries are most at risk. Patients and staff handling these drapes could experience skin injuries if the adhesive is removed improperly.
Check for the product code REF 1061NS on the drape. Affected lots include specific numbers listed in the recall notice, such as 33HCPF, 33HD5K, and others.
Look for the product code REF 1061NS and the lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your drape is affected.
Reach out to 3M Healthcare Business directly for assistance with the recall and to determine if your drape is affected.
3M found that the adhesive liner is difficult to remove without damaging the product and has been linked to increased skin injuries.
Check for the product code REF 1061NS and the specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice, such as 33HCPF, 33HD5K, and others.
Contact 3M Healthcare Business directly to determine if your drape is affected and get guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send 3M Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0263-2023 — 3M Healthcare 3M Healthcare Hello, I own a 3M Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-0263-2023 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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