Riverpoint Medical recalls non-sterile Velosorb 4/0 suture (product # SVP2251) due to infection risk. Affected units sold with specific lot number. Stop using immediately to prevent 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 suture's ability to hold together.
The suture is non-sterile, meaning it can introduce bacteria into the surgical site. This increases the chance of infection and may cause the suture to break more easily during healing.
Surgical patients and healthcare providers who use the recalled Velosorb suture for skin and mucosal repairs. Those using the suture for procedures requiring less than 7-10 days of wound support are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture', model '4/0 Undyed 30" P-14', and product number SVP2251. The lot number is 20060117FX.
Discard the non-sterile suture to prevent infection risk during surgery.
No, this suture is not intended for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular, or neurological procedures.
Look for the product name 'Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture', model '4/0 Undyed 30" P-14', and product number SVP2251 with lot number 20060117FX.
Discard the suture immediately to prevent infection risk during surgery.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Riverpoint Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0030-2021 — Riverpoint Medical Riverpoint Medical Hello, I own a Riverpoint Medical that is covered by recall Z-0030-2021 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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