Cardinal Health recalls AAMI 3 surgical gowns with unknown bioburden and microbiological contamination. Affected gowns may pose health risks during medical procedures. Consumers should contact the manufacturer for details.
The gowns contain an unknown level of bioburden, unknown microbiological flora, and unknown particulate contamination.
Cardinal Health is recalling AAMI 3 surgical gowns that contain unknown levels of bioburden and microbiological contamination. This could pose health risks during medical procedures if the gowns are used improperly.
The gowns contain an unknown level of bioburden, unknown microbiological flora, and unknown particulate contamination. This could lead to health risks if the gowns are used during medical procedures without proper sterilization.
Healthcare workers and medical facilities that use these surgical gowns are most at risk. The specific gowns affected are those with the described lot numbers.
Check the lot number on the gown. For 2018 models, the lot number starts with 'J' for September, 'K' for October, 'L' for November, or 'M' for December. For 2019 models, any lot number is affected.
Reach out to Cardinal Health for specific guidance on affected gowns and next steps.
The recall states the gowns contain unknown levels of bioburden and microbiological contamination, so they are not considered safe for medical use.
Check the lot number: for 2018 models, the lot number starts with 'J' for September, 'K' for October, 'L' for November, or 'M' for December. For 2019 models, any lot number is affected.
Contact Cardinal Health directly for specific instructions on how to handle the affected gowns.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1018-2020 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-1018-2020 from Cardinal Health. 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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