Covidien recalls specific Polysorb suture lots due to potential packaging issues affecting humidity or sterility. Affected items may not be sterile when used in surgery.
There is a potential for packaging integrity issues impacting the humidity or sterility barrier of specific production lots.
Covidien is recalling certain Polys: 0 30" VIOLET GU-46 sutures because packaging might not keep them sterile or dry enough for surgery. This could lead to infections or other complications if used improperly.
The packaging might not properly protect the suture from moisture or contamination, which could compromise its sterility. If the suture isn't sterile when used in surgery, it might cause infections or other complications.
Surgical professionals and hospitals using the specific suture lot D7H0796X (expired August 2022) are most at risk. Patients receiving this suture during surgery could face infection risks.
Check for the lot number D7H0796X on the packaging. The suture is violet, 0 size, 30 inches long, and has item code UL877. It was sold for soft tissue surgery but expired August 2022.
Look for the lot number D7H0796X on the suture packaging.
The recall states there's a potential for packaging issues affecting sterility, so it's not recommended for use until the recall is addressed.
The recall doesn't specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for guidance.
Check for the lot number D7H0796X, violet color, 0 size, 30 inches, item code UL877, and expiration date August 2022.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1298-2020 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1298-2020 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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