Medline recalls sterile needle counters with potential packaging seal issues that could compromise sterility. Affected lots include 67016114501 through 67017104501. Consumers should check their product lot numbers.
The product packaging seal has the potential to experience seal creep. This may result in gaps to be created in the seals of the packaging and may impact the sterility of the Needle Counters.
Medline is recalling sterile needle counters that may have packaging seals that could develop gaps, potentially compromising sterility. This could lead to contamination during surgical procedures if the needles are not properly sterile.
The packaging seal may experience 'seal creep,' creating gaps that could allow contamination. This might compromise the sterility of the needle counters, which are critical for surgical procedures where contamination could lead to infections.
Surgical staff and hospitals using Medline sterile needle counters with lot numbers from 67016114501 to 67017104501 are most at risk. These products are used during surgical procedures to count disposable sharps.
Check the product label for lot numbers starting with 67016114501 through 67017104501. The product is a sterile needle counter with a foam block and magnet, sold under reorder number DYNJNC40F.
Look for lot numbers on the packaging between 67016114501 and 67017104501.
The packaging seal may experience 'seal creep,' creating gaps that could compromise sterility of the needle counters.
Check the product lot number. If it matches the affected range, stop using it and contact Medline for instructions.
The recall record does not mention a remedy or fix.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1933-2018 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-1933-2018 from Medline. 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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