Riverpoint Medical recalls non-sterile Velosorb 3/0 absorbable suture to prevent surgical site infections. The suture may compromise sterile field during procedures.
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 procedures. Using these sutures risks compromising the sterile field and increasing infection chances.
The suture is non-sterile, meaning it lacks the required cleanliness for surgical procedures. This could lead to infections if used during surgery, as it may compromise the sterile field and increase the risk of surgical site infections.
Surgical professionals and hospitals using the recalled Velosorb 3/0 suture (product number SV2295) are most at risk. The recall affects specific lots produced in 2006.
Check for product number SV2295 on the suture packaging. The recall includes specific lots produced in 2006 (lot number 20060202FX).
Verify the product number on the suture packaging to confirm if it matches SV2295.
No, the suture is non-sterile and intended only for specific surgical procedures where 7-10 days of wound support is needed.
The official recall does not specify a remedy, so check with your supplier or healthcare provider for guidance.
The suture is not intended for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular, or neurological procedures.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Riverpoint Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0035-2021 — Riverpoint Medical Riverpoint Medical Hello, I own a Riverpoint Medical that is covered by recall Z-0035-2021 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
