Riverpoint Medical recalls non-sterile Velosorb surgical suture that could cause infections during procedures. Affected units have specific UDI and lot numbers. Consumers should contact the manufacturer for details.
The surgical suture is non-sterile. Use could compromise the sterile field, increase risk of a surgical site infection, and increase break strength retention.
Riverpoint Medical is recalling non-sterile Velosorb surgical sutures that could lead to infections during surgery. This recall affects specific product models with a unique identifier and lot number.
The suture is non-sterile, meaning it lacks the required cleanliness for surgical procedures. Using it could lead to infections at the surgical site and increase the risk of complications during healing.
Surgical professionals and patients who used the specific Velosorb suture model with UDI 20884521151298 and lot number 20060203X are affected. Those performing surgeries using this product are at higher risk.
Check for the UDI code 20884521151298 and lot number 20060203X on the product packaging. This specific suture model is intended for soft tissue approximation with a 7-10 day wound support requirement.
Reach out to Riverpoint Medical directly for specific instructions on how to handle the recalled product.
No, this suture is non-sterile and intended only for specific surgical procedures where 7-10 days of wound support is needed.
Contact Riverpoint Medical directly for instructions on handling the recalled product.
Check for the UDI code 20884521151298 and lot number 20060203X on the product packaging.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Riverpoint Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0036-2021 — Riverpoint Medical Riverpoint Medical Hello, I own a Riverpoint Medical that is covered by recall Z-0036-2021 from Riverpoint Medical. 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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