Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 4/0 30 VIO SC-2 124K, Item Code SL654 - Product Usage: Indicat...

FDA Recall #Z-1296-2020 — Class II — December 18, 2019

Recall #Z-1296-2020 Date: December 18, 2019 Classification: Class II Status: Terminated

Product Description

Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 4/0 30 VIO SC-2 124K, Item Code SL654 - Product Usage: Indicated for use in soft tissue approximation or ligation and ophthalmic surgery, but not in cardiovascular or neural tissue.

Reason for Recall

There is a potential for packaging integrity issues impacting the humidity or sterility barrier of specific production lots.

Recalling Firm

Covidien LLC — North Haven, CT

Classification

Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Devices

Product Quantity

139,938 units total

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution.

Code Information

Lot - D7H0946X Expiration Date - 2022-08-31

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated