Cardinal Health Gown Kendall Blue XXL Recall: Potential for Rips and Tears

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Recalling firmCardinal Health 200, LLC3651 Birchwood Dr, N/A · Waukegan, IL 60085-8337

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What happened, in plain English

Cardinal Health is recalling Gown Kendall Blue XXL lab coats and isolation gowns because they may have rips, holes, tears, or incomplete seams. This could lead to inadequate protection for healthcare workers and patients during procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The gowns may develop rips, holes, tears, or incomplete seams, which could compromise their ability to protect against microorganisms and body fluids. This risk is specific to medical environments where protection is critical.

Who’s affected

Healthcare workers and patients using these gowns for minimal barrier protection in medical settings. Those with lot numbers 1901XXK to 2010XXK are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for lot numbers between 1901XXK and 2010XXK on the gown packaging. The product is a Kendall Blue XXL isolation gown with SKU CT5102.

Brand
Cardinal Health
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Lot Number
Look for lot numbers between 1901XXK and 2010XXK on the gown packaging.

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Questions people ask

What is the product being recalled?

Gown Kendall Blue XXL lab coats and isolation gowns with SKU CT5102.

What is the hazard with these gowns?

Potential for rips, holes, tears, incomplete and/or open seams, staining, or foreign material on the gowns.

How can I tell if I have a recalled product?

Check for lot numbers between 1901XXK and 2010XXK on the gown packaging.

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Subject: Recall Z-1097-2021 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health

Hello,

I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-1097-2021 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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1097-2021 (January 7, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1097-2021 to see it in context.
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