Cardinal Health Monoject Blunt Cannula Recall: Sterility Risk

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Recalling firmCardinal Health 200, LLC15 Hampshire St Bldg 5, N/A · Mansfield, MA 02048-1113

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What happened, in plain English

Cardinal Health is recalling a specific type of medical needle for possible sterility issues. This defect could lead to contamination during use, making it unsafe for medical procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The manufacturing defect in the cartridge component could compromise the sterility barrier. This means the needle might not be sterile when used, increasing infection risk during medical procedures.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals and patients using the recalled Monoject Blunt Cannula needles may be affected. Those with the specific item code 8881202389 are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the item code 8881202389 on the packaging. The product is a 22-gauge, 1-1/2-inch blunt cannula needle.

Brand
Cardinal Health
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for item code 8881202389 on the packaging or label.

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Questions people ask

Is this product safe to use?

The recall indicates a potential sterility barrier issue, so it is not recommended for use until the remedy is applied.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Cardinal Health directly for guidance.

How can I tell if I have the recalled item?

Check for item code 8881202389 on the packaging or label.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall Z-2052-2019 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health

Hello,

I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-2052-2019 from Cardinal Health.

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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2052-2019 (April 30, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2052-2019 to see it in context.
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Cardinal Health 200, LLC recalls Monoject Blunt Cannula, 22 G x 1-1/2" (0.711 mm x 3.8 cm) Item code: 8881202389

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