Riverpoint Medical recalls non-sterile Velosorb 6/0 suture due to infection risk. Stop using if you have this product to avoid surgical site infections.
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 cause infections during surgery. Using these sutures increases the risk of surgical site infections and may weaken the wound healing process.
The suture is non-sterile, meaning it can introduce bacteria into the surgical site. This increases the chance of infection and may cause the wound to heal slower or break apart.
Surgical patients and healthcare providers who use the recalled Velosorb suture for soft tissue repairs. Those with the specific product number SV9913 are most at risk.
Check for the product number SV9913 on the packaging. The suture is a 6/0 undyed 18" P-10 cutting type used for soft tissue repairs. It was sold with lot number 20050709FX.
Look for the product number SV9913 and lot number 20050709FX on the packaging.
No, this suture is not intended for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular, or neurological procedures. It is only for soft tissue repairs where 7-10 days of wound support is needed.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Riverpoint Medical directly for guidance.
The recall states it could increase the risk of surgical site infections, but does not mention serious injury or death.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Riverpoint Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0010-2021 — Riverpoint Medical Riverpoint Medical Hello, I own a Riverpoint Medical that is covered by recall Z-0010-2021 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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