Cardinal Health recalls AAMI 3 surgical gowns with unknown bioburden and microbiological contamination. Affected items have specific lot numbers from 2018-2019 production. Consumers should check their gowns' lot codes.
The gowns contain an unknown level of bioburden, unknown microbiological flora, and unknown particulate contamination.
Cardinal Health is recalling surgical gowns that may contain unknown levels of bacteria and contaminants. This could pose health risks during medical procedures if the gowns are used improperly. The recall affects specific production lots from 2018 and 2019.
The gowns contain unknown levels of bacteria, microorganisms, and particles that could cause infections or contamination during medical procedures. This risk is particularly concerning for sterile surgical environments where contamination could lead to health complications.
Healthcare workers and surgical patients who used the recalled gowns during procedures in 2018 or 2019 are most at risk. The gowns were sold through medical suppliers and hospitals.
Check the lot number on the gown's label. For 2018 production, the lot number starts with 'J' followed by a month code (J=September, K=October, L=November, M=December). For 2019 production, any lot number is affected.
Look for the lot number on the gown's label to determine if it's affected. For 2018 production, the lot number starts with 'J' followed by a month code (J=September, K=October, L=November, M=December). For 2019 production, any lot number is affected.
Yes, all AAMI 3 surgical gowns with lot numbers from 2019 production are affected.
Check the lot number: for 2018 production, the lot number starts with 'J' followed by a month code (J=September, K=October, L=November, M=December). For 2019 production, any lot number is affected.
Check the lot number on the gown's label to determine if it's affected. If it is, stop using it and contact Cardinal Health 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-1026-2020 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-1026-2020 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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