Medline recalls specific vascular surgery kits that were sold to facilities without sterilization capabilities, posing a risk of infection due to non-sterile use.
Non-sterile kits intended to be sterilized prior to use were sold to accounts without sterilization capabilities.
Medline is recalling certain vascular surgery kits that were sold to healthcare facilities without the ability to sterilize them. Using these kits without proper sterilization could lead to infections.
These kits are designed to be sterilized before use but were sold to facilities that cannot perform sterilization. If used without sterilization, they can cause infections.
Healthcare facilities that purchased these kits without sterilization capabilities. Staff using the kits in procedures without proper sterilization are at risk of infection.
Look for the kit model #650301018 with lot number 5554524 (expiring 12/31/2022) or a second lot with no lot or expiration date.
Identify the kit model number and lot information to confirm if it matches the recalled items.
No, these kits are non-sterile and must be sterilized before use. Using them without sterilization can cause infections.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so facilities should check with Medline for guidance.
Look for model #650301018 with lot 5554524 (expiring 12/31/2022) or a second lot with no lot or expiration date.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0062-2021 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-0062-2021 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.