Riverpoint Medical recalls non-sterile Velosorb 5/0 absorbable suture due to infection risk. Affected units have product number CV1213 and lot 20052817X. Stop using if used in surgery.
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. This recall affects specific product numbers and lots sold for soft tissue repairs.
The suture is non-sterile, meaning it can contaminate the surgical site. This increases infection risk and may weaken the suture's ability to hold tissue together over time.
Surgical professionals and patients who used the recalled Velosorb suture for soft tissue repairs. Those using it in procedures requiring sterile fields are most at risk.
Check for product number CV1213 and lot number 20052817X on the suture packaging. The suture is labeled as 'Covidien Velosorb 5/0 Undyed 30" CV-23 Taper' for soft tissue repairs.
Look for product number CV1213 and lot number 20052817X on the suture packaging.
No, this suture is non-sterile and intended only for soft tissue repairs where 7-10 days of wound support is needed. It is not for ligation or sensitive procedures.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Riverpoint Medical directly for guidance.
The recall states it increases infection risk but does not mention serious injury mechanisms like breaks or falls.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Riverpoint Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0028-2021 — Riverpoint Medical Riverpoint Medical Hello, I own a Riverpoint Medical that is covered by recall Z-0028-2021 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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