Ethicon PDS Plus Suture Recall: Tensile Strength Issue

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Recalling firmEthicon, Inc.Us Highway 22 West, N/A · Somerville, NJ 08876

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What happened, in plain English

Ethicon is recalling PDS Plus Antibacterial sutures that don't meet tensile strength requirements. This could lead to the suture breaking during use, potentially causing complications in medical procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The suture may break during use due to not meeting tensile strength specifications. This could cause complications in medical procedures if the suture fails unexpectedly.

Who’s affected

Surgical patients and medical professionals who use these sutures for procedures. The risk is low because the issue relates to tensile strength, not immediate danger.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for product code PDP507G (GTIN 10705031203983) and lot number MBK743 on the packaging. These sutures were sold by Ethicon.

Brand
Ethicon
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for product code PDP507G (GTIN 10705031203983) and lot number MBK743 on the packaging.

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Questions people ask

Why is this suture being recalled?

The suture does not meet tensile strength specifications, which could lead to breaking during use.

What should I do if I have this suture?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so check with Ethicon for guidance.

Is there a risk of serious injury?

The recall states the suture may break during use, but the record does not mention serious injury risks.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Ethicon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall Z-2532-2018 — Ethicon Ethicon

Hello,

I own a Ethicon that is covered by recall Z-2532-2018 from Ethicon.

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-2532-2018 (June 8, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2532-2018 to see it in context.
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