Ethicon PDS II Sutures Recall: Product Mismatch Risk

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Recalling firmEthicon, Inc.Us Highway 22 West, N/A · Somerville, NJ 08876

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What happened, in plain English

Ethicon is recalling PDS II Sutures 18 inches (45cm) 2-0 VIO (Product Code Z739D) because some units may contain product that doesn't match the carton or foil label. This mismatch could lead to using the wrong type of suture in medical procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The suture may contain materials that don't match what's listed on the packaging or label. This could mean using the wrong type of suture in medical procedures, potentially causing complications during surgery.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals who use these sutures for soft tissue procedures, especially in pediatric cardiovascular surgery or ophthalmic operations. Patients undergoing such surgeries using the recalled product may be at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Product Code Z739D on the carton or foil label. The suture is 18 inches (45cm) 2-0 VIO, intended for soft tissue approximation in pediatric cardiovascular tissue and ophthalmic surgery.

Brand
Ethicon
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Label
Look for Product Code Z739D on the carton or foil label to confirm if the item is affected.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific product being recalled?

PDS II Sutures 18" (45cm) 2-0 VIO with Product Code Z739D.

Why is this product being recalled?

The recall is due to potential mismatch between the product and the carton or foil label.

Is there a remedy for this recall?

The official notice does not specify a remedy.

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Subject: Recall Z-1136-2019 — Ethicon Ethicon

Hello,

I own a Ethicon that is covered by recall Z-1136-2019 from Ethicon.

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-1136-2019 (March 12, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1136-2019 to see it in context.
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Ethicon, Inc. recalls PDS II SUTURE 18"(45CM) 2-0 VIO Product Code:Z739D - PDS Sutures are intended for use in soft tissue approximation,

Recall notice