Covidien recalls specific lots of Polysorb 4/0 30 VIOLET suture due to potential packaging issues affecting humidity or sterility. Affected lots have expiration dates up to August 2022.
There is a potential for packaging integrity issues impacting the humidity or sterility barrier of specific production lots.
Covidien is recalling specific lots of Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 4/0 30 VIOLET CVF23 (item code UL203) because packaging might not protect sterility or humidity. This could lead to infection or improper healing if used in surgery.
The packaging might not keep the suture sterile or dry enough, which could lead to infection or improper healing during surgery. This is a potential issue with specific production lots but not all units.
Surgical professionals and patients who use this suture for soft tissue or eye procedures may be affected. Those with the specific lot numbers listed are most at risk.
Check the lot number on the packaging: D7G2301X (expires July 2022) or D7H0092X (expires August 2022). The suture is violet in color and used for soft tissue or eye surgery.
Look for lot numbers D7G2301X or D7H0092X on the packaging.
The recall only applies to specific lots with potential packaging issues. Other lots may be safe, but you should check the lot number.
Check the lot number on the packaging: D7G2301X (expires July 2022) or D7H0092X (expires August 2022).
The recall does not include a remedy. You should check the lot number and contact your surgeon or supplier if you have concerns.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1297-2020 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1297-2020 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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