Medical Action Industries recalls sterile laparotomy sponges that may compromise sterility due to barrier breaches. Affected sponges have model 403 and lot 1806JK305A. Stop using immediately to prevent infection risks.
Potential compromise of product sterility due to breach of sterile barrier.
Medical Action Industries is recalling sterile surgical sponges that could become contaminated due to a breach in their sterile packaging. This risk could lead to infections during surgery if the sponges are used without proper sterility.
The sponges' sterile packaging may have been compromised, allowing contamination. This breach could lead to infections during surgery if the sponges are not properly sterilized before use.
Surgical teams and hospitals using Medical Action Industries' laparotomy sponges with model number 403 and lot number 1806JK305A are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these sponges could face infection risks.
Check for model number 403 and lot number 1806JK305A on the packaging. The sponges are 18" x 18" pre-washed with bands without handles, sold in packs of 5 per case.
Discard any laparotomy sponges with model number 403 and lot number 1806JK305A to prevent infection risks.
The recall is due to potential compromise of product sterility from a breach in the sterile barrier, which could lead to infections during surgery.
Model number 403 and lot number 1806JK305A are affected. The sponges were manufactured with an expiration date of 06/20/2023.
Check the packaging for model number 403 and lot number 1806JK305A. The sponges are 18" x 18" pre-washed with bands without handles, sold in packs of 5 per case.
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Subject: Recall Z-0681-2019 — Medical Action Industries Medical Action Industries Hello, I own a Medical Action Industries that is covered by recall Z-0681-2019 from Medical Action Industries. 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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