Riverpoint Medical recalls Velosorb 3/0 absorbable suture due to non-sterile condition, which may cause surgical site infections. Affected units have UDI 20884521177410.
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 Velosorb fast braided absorbable sutures because they are non-sterile. This could lead to infections during surgery or weaken the suture's strength over time.
The suture is non-sterile, meaning it may introduce bacteria during surgery. This could cause infections at the surgical site. The suture also has reduced strength retention, which might lead to breakage during healing.
Surgical professionals and hospitals using the Velosorb 3/0 suture with UDI 20884521177410 are affected. The risk is low for most procedures but higher for complex surgeries.
Check for the UDI code 20884521177410 on the suture packaging. The product is labeled as 'Covidien Velosorb 3/0 Undyed 30" P-11 SVP2295'.
Look for the UDI code 20884521177410 on the suture packaging to confirm if it's affected.
The recall specifies it's non-sterile and intended for soft tissue approximation, not for ligation or specialized procedures. It may not be safe for all surgeries.
Check the UDI code on the packaging; affected units have 20884521177410.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Riverpoint Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0038-2021 — Riverpoint Medical Riverpoint Medical Hello, I own a Riverpoint Medical that is covered by recall Z-0038-2021 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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