Covidien recalls specific Polysorb suture lots due to potential packaging issues that could affect humidity or sterility. Affected items may not be safe for surgery.
There is a potential for packaging integrity issues impacting the humidity or sterility barrier of specific production lots.
Covidien is recalling certain Polys: 6/0 18" UNDYED P-10 sutures with item code SL1625G. The recall is because specific production lots might have packaging that doesn't keep humidity or sterility properly, which could make the suture unsafe for surgery.
The packaging might not keep the suture sterile or dry enough. If the suture gets wet or contaminated, it could cause infections or complications during surgery.
Surgical professionals and hospitals using the specific suture lot (D7H1214X) with expiration date August 31, 2022. Those using the product for soft tissue or eye surgery are most at risk.
Check for the item code SL1625G on the packaging. The specific lot number D7H1214X with expiration date August 31, 2022 is affected.
Look for item code SL1625G and lot number D7H1214X on the packaging.
The recall indicates potential packaging issues that could affect sterility or humidity, so it may not be safe for surgery. Affected lots should be checked.
The recall doesn't specify a remedy, so check the packaging for the lot number and item code to see if it's affected.
Check for item code SL1625G and lot number D7H1214X with expiration date August 31, 2022.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1293-2020 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1293-2020 from Covidien. 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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