Covidien recalls specific Polysorb suture lots due to potential packaging issues that could affect humidity or sterility. Affected items may not be safe for medical use.
There is a potential for packaging integrity issues impacting the humidity or sterility barrier of specific production lots.
Covidien is recalling a specific batch of Polysorb braided absorbable sutures because the packaging might not keep them sterile or dry enough. This could lead to infections or other complications 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 only present for specific production lots and does not affect all suture products.
Surgical teams and medical professionals who use this suture for soft tissue procedures, especially those with the specific lot number A9J0053Y.
Check for the lot number A9J0053Y on the packaging. The suture is violet, 30 inches long, and has the item code GL124. It expires by August 31, 2024.
Look for the lot number A9J0053Y on the suture packaging to confirm if it's affected.
No, this specific lot number has packaging issues that could affect sterility or humidity, so it should not be used for medical procedures.
Check for the lot number A9J0053Y on the packaging. The suture is violet, 30 inches long, and has the item code GL124.
The recall does not require immediate action, but you should check the lot number and avoid using it if it matches the affected batch.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1287-2020 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1287-2020 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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