Riverpoint Medical recalls non-sterile Velosorb surgical suture that could cause infections during procedures. Affected units have product number CV947 and were sold in 2023. Contact for replacement.
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 affects specific product numbers sold in 2023. Using these sutures without proper sterilization risks surgical site infections.
The suture is non-sterile, meaning it cannot be properly cleaned or sterilized before use. This increases the risk of infection at the surgical site and may weaken the suture's ability to hold tissue together.
Surgical teams and patients using the recalled Velosorb sutures for skin and mucosal repairs. Those with the specific product number CV947 are most at risk.
Check for product number CV947 on the suture packaging. The suture is labeled as 'Covidien Velosorb 1 Undyed 36" GS-21 Taper' and was sold in 2023.
Look for product number CV947 on the suture packaging or label.
No, the suture is non-sterile and could cause infections during surgery.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Riverpoint Medical for guidance.
Check for product number CV947 on the suture packaging or label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Riverpoint Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0027-2021 — Riverpoint Medical Riverpoint Medical Hello, I own a Riverpoint Medical that is covered by recall Z-0027-2021 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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