Cardinal Health recalls surgical gowns with unknown bioburden and microbiological contamination. Affected gowns may pose health risks during medical procedures. Consumers should contact Cardinal Health for details.
The gowns contain an unknown level of bioburden, unknown microbiological flora, and unknown particulate contamination.
Cardinal Health is recalling 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 infections or other health issues if the gowns are used during medical procedures.
Healthcare workers and medical facilities using the recalled surgical gowns are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with these gowns may also be affected.
Check the lot number on the gown. If made in 2018, the lot number starts with 'J' for September, 'K' for October, 'L' for November, or 'M' for December. If made in 2019, any lot number is affected.
Look for the lot number on the gown to determine if it is affected.
The recall states the gowns contain unknown levels of bioburden and microbiological contamination, so they are not safe for medical use.
Check the lot number. If made in 2018, the lot number starts with 'J' for September, 'K' for October, 'L' for November, or 'M' for December. If made in 2019, any lot number is affected.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Cardinal Health directly for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1004-2020 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-1004-2020 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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