Civco Needle Guide Starter Kit Recall: Risk of Contamination

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Recalling firmCIVCO Medical Instruments Co., Inc.2301 Jones Blvd, N/A · Coralville, IA 52241-3469

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What happened, in plain English

Civco is recalling a needle guide starter kit that uses non-sterile brackets. This poses a risk of contamination during medical procedures, which could lead to infections.

Why it’s dangerous

The kit includes a reusable non-sterile bracket that may not be properly sterilized. This can lead to contamination during medical procedures if the bracket is not cleaned or sterilized correctly.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals using the kit for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with this kit could be exposed to contamination.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the lot numbers on the box: A000012-A050663, M000880-M995980, or P022503. The kit includes brackets with depths of 1.5cm, 2.5cm, 3.5cm, and 4.5cm.

Brand
Civco
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Labeling
Look for lot numbers on the box: A000012-A050663, M000880-M995980, or P022503.
Discard Non-Sterile Brackets
If the brackets no longer have product labeling, they should be discarded to prevent contamination.

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Questions people ask

Is this kit safe for medical use?

The kit includes non-sterile brackets that may not be properly sterilized, so it is not safe for medical use without proper cleaning.

What lot numbers are affected?

Lot numbers A000012-A050663, M000880-M995980, and P022503 are affected.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

Check the box for lot numbers: A000012-A050663, M000880-M995980, or P022503. Also, brackets without product labeling are recalled.

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Subject: Recall Z-0571-2019 — Civco Civco

Hello,

I own a Civco that is covered by recall Z-0571-2019 from Civco.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0571-2019 (November 2, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0571-2019 to see it in context.
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CIVCO Medical Instruments Co., Inc. recalls CIVCO Needle Guide Starter Kit, REF 674-037, Reusable non-sterile bracket with sterile needle guides (1.5cm, 2.5cm,

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