Ethicon PDS II Suture Recall: Incorrect Material Risk

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Recalling firmEthicon, Inc.Us Highway 22 West, N/A · Somerville, NJ 08876

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What happened, in plain English

Ethicon is recalling PDS II sutures that may contain the wrong material, which could affect medical treatment. This is serious because using incorrect sutures might lead to treatment complications.

Why it’s dangerous

The sutures might have the wrong material, which could cause treatment complications. This risk exists because the incorrect material may not function properly during surgery or healing.

Who’s affected

Patients who received the recalled sutures during surgery or medical procedures are most at risk. Healthcare providers using the product for treatments may also be affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product code Z771D, 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x18" (45cm), SH-1 Control Release Needles. The UDI-DI (GTIN) numbers 10705031061705 (individual) or 30705031061709 (box) help identify the recalled items.

Brand
Ethicon
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for the product code Z771D, 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x18" (45cm), SH-1 Control Release Needles.

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Questions people ask

Why is this suture being recalled?

The product may contain the incorrect material which could impact treatment.

What should I do if I have this suture?

Check product details and contact Ethicon for guidance.

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall record does not specify a remedy.

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Subject: Recall Z-1773-2022 — Ethicon Ethicon

Hello,

I own a Ethicon that is covered by recall Z-1773-2022 from Ethicon.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1773-2022 (August 8, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1773-2022 to see it in context.
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Ethicon, Inc. recalls PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Code Z771D 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x18" (45cm), SH-1 Control Release Needles

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