Covidien recalls Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 2 36" VIOLET GS-24 (Lot D7H1048X) due to potential packaging issues affecting sterility or humidity. Affected medical devices 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 a specific type of surgical suture because its packaging might not keep it sterile or dry. This could lead to infections or other problems during surgery if the suture is used improperly.
The packaging might not properly protect the suture from moisture or contamination, which could compromise its sterility. This risk is specific to certain production lots and does not affect all units.
Medical professionals who use this suture for soft tissue surgery or eye procedures, especially those with the specific lot number D7H1:048X. Patients are not directly affected unless the suture is used in surgery.
Check for the product name 'Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 2 36" VIOLET GS-24' with item code CL911. The affected lot number is D7H1048X, which expires August 31, 2022.
Look for the lot number D7H1048X on the packaging to confirm if it's affected.
The recall is for specific packaging issues that could affect sterility or humidity, but the suture is still safe for use if the packaging is intact and the lot number is not affected.
If you have the affected lot number D7H1048X, check the packaging and contact Covidien for guidance. Otherwise, no action is needed.
The risk is low because the issue only affects specific packaging and not all units. Serious injury is not expected with proper use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1280-2020 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1280-2020 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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