Medline recalls pediatric elbow closed suction catheters (8Fr, REF DYNCPE8) due to sterile products being distributed before sterilization. Affected items may not be safe for medical use.
Products labeled as sterile were distributed prior to sterilization
Medline is recalling pediatric elbow closed suction catheters that were distributed as sterile products before proper sterilization. This could mean the catheters are not safe for medical use, potentially causing infection or injury if used improperly.
Sterile products were distributed before they were properly sterilized. This means the catheters may not be safe for medical use, increasing the risk of infection or injury if used without proper sterilization.
Healthcare professionals using these catheters in medical settings are most at risk. Patients receiving care with the recalled items could be affected if the catheters are used without proper sterilization.
Check for the product name 'MEDLINE PEDI ELBOW CLOSED SUCTION CATHETER, 8Fr, REF DYNCPE8' and lot number 2861707008. The recall applies to items sold with these specific identifiers.
Identify the product name and lot number to confirm if it is affected.
The products were distributed as sterile items before proper sterilization, which could make them unsafe for medical use.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check with Medline for further instructions if you have the affected product.
The recall indicates the products may not be safe for medical use, but the specific risk of injury is not detailed in the record.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0112-2018 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-0112-2018 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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