Cardinal Health recalls sterile cesarean birth drapes with dual layer anesthesia screen (catalog 29442N) due to plastic film causing sticking. This may prevent proper unfolding and application. Affected lot numbers listed.
The plastic film used to manufacture these Angiography Drape and Cesarean Birth Drape products is causing the drapes to stick, which may prevent the products from being unfolded and applied properly. Sold in single sterile and bulk non-sterile configurations.
Cardinal Health is recalling sterile cesarean birth drapes that stick due to plastic film, which can prevent proper unfolding and application. This poses a risk of improper use during surgery.
The plastic film in the drapes causes them to stick together, making it difficult to unfold and apply correctly. This could lead to improper surgical site isolation during cesarean procedures.
Healthcare providers using these drapes for cesarean sections are most at risk. The recall affects specific lot numbers sold in single sterile and bulk non-sterile configurations.
Check for the catalog number 29442N on the drape packaging. Affected lots include 0121QR2, 0391RR1, 3070QR1, 3280QR1, 3280QR2, 3290QR1, 3290QR2, 3300QR1, 3300QR2, 3310QR1, 3310QR2, 3320QR1, 3570QR1, and 3570QR2.
Look for the lot numbers listed in the recall: 0121QR2, 0391RR1, 3070QR1, 3280QR1, 3280QR2, 3290QR1, 3290QR2, 3300QR1, 3300QR2, 3310QR1, 3310QR2, 3320QR1, 3570QR1, 3570QR2.
The plastic film used in these drapes causes them to stick together, which may prevent proper unfolding and application during surgery.
Check the lot number on the drape packaging. If it matches the affected lots listed, stop using it and contact Cardinal Health for guidance.
Yes, the sticking may prevent proper application, which could lead to improper surgical site isolation during cesarean procedures.
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Subject: Recall Z-2036-2021 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-2036-2021 from Cardinal Health. 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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