3M recalls Steri-Drape small surgical drapes with adhesive aperture (REF 1020NS) due to difficulty removing liner causing skin injuries. Affected lots include 33HPA7 to 33LJL7.
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 adhesive aperture (REF 1020NS) because the liner on the adhesive component is hard to remove without damaging the product. This can lead to skin injuries during use.
The adhesive liner is difficult to remove without damaging the drape, which can cause skin injuries. This issue has been reported more often in recent times.
Surgical staff and patients using the recalled drapes for general surgery procedures. Those with sensitive skin or frequent adhesive use are at higher risk.
Check for the product code REF 1020NS on the drape. Affected lots include 33HPA7 through 33LJL7 as listed in the recall notice.
Look for the lot numbers 33HPA7 to 33LJL7 on the drape packaging or label.
If you have an affected drape, contact 3M Healthcare Business for a replacement or alternative solution.
The liner on the adhesive component is difficult to remove without damaging the product, which can lead to skin injuries.
Check the lot numbers on the drape packaging: 33HPA7 through 33LJL7.
Yes, there have been reported adhesive-related skin injuries with these drapes.
We’ve drafted a message you can send 3M Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0254-2023 — 3M Healthcare 3M Healthcare Hello, I own a 3M Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-0254-2023 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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