Covidien recalls specific Biosyn Monofilament Absorbable Suture 6/0 30" VIOLET CV-23 (Lot D7H0404X) due to potential packaging issues affecting humidity or sterility. Affected units may not be sterile when used.
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 (Biosyn Monofilament Absorbable Suture 6/0 30" VIOLET CV-23) because some packaging might not keep it sterile or dry. This could lead to infections if used improperly.
The packaging might not properly protect the suture from moisture or contamination, which could compromise its sterility. If the suture is not sterile when used in surgery, it could cause infections in patients.
Surgical professionals and hospitals that purchased the specific suture lot (D7H0404X) with expiration date 2022-08-31. Patients using this suture during surgery are at risk of infection if the packaging was compromised.
Check for the product name 'Biosyn Monofilament Absorbable Suture 6/0 30" VIOLET CV-23' and item code UM201. The affected lot number is D7H0404X with expiration date 2022-08-31.
Verify the lot number and expiration date on the packaging to confirm if it matches the recalled item (Lot D7H0404X, Expiration 2022-08-31).
The recall indicates potential packaging issues that could affect sterility, so it is not recommended for use until the recall is addressed.
Look for the product name 'Biosyn Monofilament Absorbable Suture 6/0 30" VIOLET CV-23' and item code UM201 with lot number D7H0404X and expiration date 2022-08-31.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1300-2020 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1300-2020 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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