Ethicon recalls VICRYL sutures that may not match carton or foil labels. Affected products include specific sizes and colors. Check your packaging for lot numbers to determine if your sutures are recalled.
VICRYL Suture, VICRYL Plus Suture, PDS Suture- may contain product that does not match the sales unit carton and foil label.
Ethicon is recalling VICRYL sutures that might not match the product labels on their packaging. This mismatch could lead to using the wrong type of suture, which might cause complications during medical procedures.
The sutures may not match the labels on the carton or foil packaging. This mismatch could result in using the wrong type of suture during medical procedures, potentially causing complications.
Medical professionals and patients who own or use the recalled VICRYL sutures. Those most at risk are individuals using the specific sizes and colors listed in the recall notice.
Check the product packaging for the specific sizes and colors listed in the recall. Look for lot numbers such as D6043 MKM683, ML5314, or other identifiers provided in the recall notice.
Review the carton and foil label on your sutures to confirm they match the product specifications listed in the recall.
VICRYL sutures with specific sizes, colors, and lot numbers listed in the recall notice, including VICRYL SUTURE 18"(45CM) 0 VIO D6043 MKM683, ML5314, and others.
No, but you should check the product labels to ensure they match the specifications. If they don't match, contact Ethicon for further instructions.
Check the lot numbers on your sutures' packaging against the list provided in the recall notice, such as D6043 MKM683, ML5314, or other identifiers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ethicon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1134-2019 — Ethicon Ethicon Hello, I own a Ethicon that is covered by recall Z-1134-2019 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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