Civco recalls 24 sterile needle guides (REF 676-144) due to missing or weak adhesive that could cause needle dislodgement during medical procedures. Affected units have specific lot numbers and UDI codes.
The assembly of the needle guides were found to be either missing adhesive or did not have adequate adhesive to hold the assembled cannula in place on the needle guide.
Civco is recalling 24 sterile needle guides because the adhesive holding the cannula to the needle guide might be missing or insufficient. This could cause the needle to become dislodged during medical procedures, potentially leading to injury.
The needle guide assembly may have missing or inadequate adhesive, which could cause the cannula to become dislodged from the needle guide during medical procedures. This dislodgement could lead to injury or complications for the patient.
Medical professionals using the needle guides for procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with these devices could be affected if the needle becomes dislodged.
Check for the product name 'Civco Needle Guide' with reference number 676-144. Affected units have specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice, including UDI code 00841436107327.
Inspect the needle guide assembly for missing or insufficient adhesive holding the cannula in place.
Reach out to Civco Medical Instruments Co. Inc. for specific guidance on whether your unit is affected.
The recall indicates the adhesive may be missing or insufficient, so it is not safe to use without verification.
Check for the reference number 676-144 and the specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice, including UDI code 00841436107327.
Inspect the adhesive on the needle guide assembly and contact Civco Medical Instruments Co. Inc. for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Civco to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2946-2018 — Civco Civco Hello, I own a Civco that is covered by recall Z-2946-2018 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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