Cardinal Health recalls AAMI 3 non-reinf surgical gowns with unknown bioburden and contamination risks. Affected items have specific lot numbers from 2018-2019 production. Consumers should check their gowns for the lot code.
The gowns contain an unknown level of bioburden, unknown microbiological flora, and unknown particulate contamination.
Cardinal Health is recalling AAMI 3 non-reinf surgical gowns that may contain unknown levels of bioburden and contamination. This poses a potential health risk during medical procedures, especially for surgical staff who use these gowns.
The gowns contain unknown levels of bioburden, microbiological flora, and particulate contamination. This could lead to infections or other health issues during medical procedures if the gowns are not properly sterilized.
Healthcare workers using surgical gowns from this manufacturer are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with these gowns could also be affected.
Check the lot number on the gown's label. For 2018 production, the lot code starts with 'J' for September, 'K' for October, 'L' for November, or 'M' for December. For 2019 production, all lot codes are affected.
Look for the lot number on the gown's label to determine if it's affected. For 2018 production, the lot code starts with 'J' through 'M' for specific months.
Yes, all AAMI 3 non-reinf surgical gowns with lot numbers from 2019 production are affected.
Check the lot number: for 2018 production, the lot code starts with 'J' for September, 'K' for October, 'L' for November, or 'M' for December.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking the lot number.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1003-2020 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-1003-2020 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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