Angiotech recalls J Type Bone Marrow Needles (IMKBMN-13R-6) due to potential sterile seal defects in blister trays. Affected units may compromise sterility during surgery.
Argon Medical has identified an internal manufacturing issue on the formation of the sterile seal on some of their blister trays for the Bone Marrow Biopsy Needle tray product line
Angiotech is recalling J Type Bone Marrow Needles (13ga x 6cm) because some blister trays have manufacturing issues that could compromise sterility during surgery. This recall affects medical professionals using these needles for bone marrow procedures.
The sterile seal on some blister trays may not form properly during manufacturing. This could allow contamination of the needles during storage, potentially compromising sterility when used in surgical procedures.
Medical professionals who use Angiotech's J Type Bone Marrow Needles for bone marrow biopsies and aspirations are most at risk. The recall applies to specific model numbers and lot numbers.
Check for model number IMKBMN-13R-6 and lot number LFD9 on the blister tray. The needles are used for bone marrow biopsies and aspirations.
Look for model number IMKBMN-13R-6 and lot number LFD9 on the blister tray.
Argon Medical identified an internal manufacturing issue with the sterile seal on some blister trays for the Bone Marrow Biopsy Needle product line.
The affected model number is IMKBMN-13R-6.
The affected lot number is LFD9.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Angiotech to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0816-2019 — Angiotech Angiotech Hello, I own a Angiotech that is covered by recall Z-0816-2019 from Angiotech. 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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