Cook recalls Torcon NB Advantage Catheters due to potential sterility compromise from undersealed packaging pouches. Affected lots include NS9708134, NS9708135, NS9713695. Consumers should check packaging for lot numbers.
The potential compromise of the sterility of products from an undersealed chevron in the packaging pouches of Torcon NB Advantage Catheters.
Cook is recalling Torcon NB Advantage Catheters because the packaging pouches might not seal properly, risking contamination. This could lead to infections or other complications if the catheters are used without proper sterility.
The catheters' packaging pouches may have an undersealed chevron, which could compromise sterility. If the pouch isn't sealed properly, the catheters might become contaminated during use, increasing infection risk.
Physicians using these catheters in vascular procedures are most at risk. The recall affects specific lot numbers produced between 2008 and 2009.
Check the packaging for lot numbers NS9708134, NS9708135, or NS9713695. The product was sold with unique identifiers (UDIs) matching the listed lot numbers.
Look for lot numbers NS9708134, NS9708135, or NS9713695 on the packaging.
The packaging pouches may have an undersealed chevron, which could compromise sterility and lead to contamination.
Check the packaging for lot numbers NS9708134, NS9708135, or NS9713695. If you have these lots, contact Cook for instructions.
The recall addresses potential sterility compromise, which could lead to infections. However, the remedy does not specify immediate stop-use, so the risk is considered low.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cook to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0450-2020 — Cook Cook Hello, I own a Cook that is covered by recall Z-0450-2020 from Cook. 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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