Medline Simple Neck Dissection Kit: X-Ray Undetectable Sponge Hazard

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Recalling firmMedline Industries Inc3 Lakes Dr · Northfield, IL 60093-2753

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What happened, in plain English

Medline is recalling a specific surgical kit used in neck, abdominal, and heart procedures because a sponge inside it cannot be detected on X-rays. This means doctors might miss the sponge during surgery, risking patient injury.

Why it’s dangerous

The cylindrical sponge in the kit does not show up on X-rays. During surgery, if the sponge is accidentally left inside a patient, it could be missed by doctors because it cannot be detected on imaging.

Who’s affected

Surgical teams using the Simple Neck Dissection kit with model DYNJ47481C are affected. Patients undergoing neck, abdominal, or heart surgeries are at risk if the sponge is left inside them.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model number DYNJ47481C on the kit. The kits were sold with specific lot numbers: 20GBF988 (expires 06/30/2024), 20HBM404 (expires 06/30/2024), or 20JBG876 (expires 09/30/2024).

Brand
Medline
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Kit Model
Look for the model number DYNJ47481C on the kit packaging or label.
Contact Manufacturer
If you have the kit, contact Medline Industries Inc directly for further instructions.

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Questions people ask

Why is this sponge dangerous?

The cylindrical sponge does not show up on X-rays, so it might be left inside a patient during surgery without being detected.

What should I do if I have this kit?

Check the model number and contact Medline Industries Inc for specific instructions.

Are there specific lot numbers I should check?

Yes, the kits with lot numbers 20GBF988, 20HBM404, or 20JBG876 are affected.

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Subject: Recall Z-0780-2021 — Medline Medline

Hello,

I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-0780-2021 from Medline.

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-0780-2021 (November 13, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0780-2021 to see it in context.
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Medline Industries Inc recalls Simple Neck Dissection, Model DYNJ47481C - Product Usage: This is a type of convenience kit used in various surgeries

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