Cardinal Health recalls non-sterilized Curity All Purpose Sponges (Product Code 8044) due to improper sterilization. These sponges may pose infection risks if used for medical purposes.
Curity All Purpose Sponges were not sterilized and distributed
Cardinal Health is recalling non-sterilized Curity All Purpose Sponges that could lead to infections if used for medical tasks. The recall affects sponges sold between specific dates and models.
The sponges were not properly sterilized during manufacturing, which could lead to infection if used for medical purposes. This is a contamination risk rather than a physical hazard.
Users of medical-grade sponges for applications like wound care or lab work are most at risk. The recall applies to specific product codes and lot numbers.
Check for Product Code 8044 and Lot Number 18E190262 on the sponge packaging. These sponges were sold with an expiration date of May 2023.
Look for Product Code 8044 and Lot Number 18E190262 on the sponge packaging.
No, these sponges were not sterilized and could cause infections if used for medical purposes.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Cardinal Health for guidance.
The sponges were sold with an expiration date of May 2023.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0957-2019 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-0957-2019 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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