Steris recalls Medisafe Distal Duck Kit and Duck Bag detergent lots with possible Pseudomonas bacteria. Darkening color indicates risk; no patient harm reported. Consumers should check model/lot numbers.
STERIS has identified that certain lots of diluted 4-Zyme may contain bacteria, specifically Pseudomonas fluorescens. The presence of this bacteria can cause the color of the detergent to darken over time. There is an improbable risk to users of the product from exposure to this bacteria, and no risk to patients.
Steris is recalling specific lots of Medisafe Distal Duck Kit and Duck Bag detergent due to potential bacterial contamination. The bacteria may cause detergent color to darken over time, but there is no risk to patients and the risk to users is described as improbable.
Certain lots of diluted 4-Zyme detergent may contain Pseudomonas fluorescens bacteria. This bacteria can cause the detergent color to darken over time. Exposure to this bacteria poses an improbable risk to users but no risk to patients.
Medical professionals using the Medisafe Distal Duck Kit and Duck Bag detergent for instrument transportation. Users most at risk are those handling the detergent without proper hygiene.
Check for model numbers M20350, M20358, M20359, or M20400 with specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice. The product is used to keep medical instruments moist during transportation.
Identify your model number and lot number to confirm if your product is affected.
No risk to patients is reported in the recall notice.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so check the model and lot numbers to confirm if affected.
The detergent may darken in color over time due to Pseudomonas fluorescens bacteria, but this is not a direct indicator of contamination.
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Subject: Recall Z-0830-2021 — Steris Steris Hello, I own a Steris that is covered by recall Z-0830-2021 from Steris. 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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