Riverpoint Medical recalls Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture due to non-sterile condition, which could cause surgical site infections. Affected products include specific lot numbers and sizes.
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 Suture because it's non-sterile. This could lead to surgical site infections and compromise the sterile field during procedures.
The suture is non-sterile, meaning it lacks the required cleanliness for surgical use. This increases the risk of infection at the surgical site and can weaken the suture's ability to hold together over time.
Surgical professionals and patients who use this suture for soft tissue approximation. Those with specific lot numbers and product sizes are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture', size 36 inches, and lot number 20052102X. The product was sold with cutting product number CV486.
Verify the product name, size, and lot number to confirm if it's affected.
No, this suture is non-sterile and intended only for soft tissue approximation where 7-10 days of wound support is needed. It is not for use in ligation or sensitive areas.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check with your healthcare provider or contact Riverpoint Medical for guidance.
The recall states it could increase risk of infection but does not mention serious injury mechanisms like cuts or fires.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Riverpoint Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0020-2021 — Riverpoint Medical Riverpoint Medical Hello, I own a Riverpoint Medical that is covered by recall Z-0020-2021 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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