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 a specific type of surgical suture (Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 13-0 VIOLET 30" GS-23) because some packaging might not keep it sterile or dry. This could lead to infections or other complications during surgery 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 might cause infections or other complications.
Surgical professionals and hospitals using the specific suture lot A9J0006Y (expired August 2024) are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with this suture could face infection risks.
Check for the lot number A9J0006Y on the packaging. The suture is violet, 30 inches long, and has the item code CL892. It expires August 2024.
Look for the lot number A9J0006Y on the packaging to identify affected items.
The recall indicates potential packaging issues that could affect sterility or humidity, so it may not be safe for surgery. Affected lots should not be used.
Check the lot number on the packaging. If it's A9J0006Y, stop using it and contact Covidien for guidance.
The recalled product is violet, 30-inch Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 13-0 with item code CL892 and lot number A9J0006Y (expires August 2024).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1279-2020 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1279-2020 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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