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Medline CISION Sterile Blades. Labeled as follows with corresponding Item Number. a. STERILE BL...

FDA Device Recall #Z-0930-2023 — Class II — November 18, 2022

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-0930-2023
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated November 18, 2022
Status Ongoing
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Location Northfield, IL
Product Type Devices
Quantity 76,053 units

Product Description

Medline CISION Sterile Blades. Labeled as follows with corresponding Item Number. a. STERILE BLADE NO. 10 CARBON STEEL, Item Number: CISION10CS; b. STERILE BLADE NO. 10 CARBON STEEL RIB, Item Number: CISION10CSR; c. STERILE BLADE NO. 11 CARBON STEEL, Item Number: CISION11CS; d. STERILE BLADE NO. 11 STAINLESS STEEL, Item Number: CISION11SS; e. STERILE BLADE NO. 11 CARBON STEEL RIB, Item Number: CISION11CSR; f. STERILE BLADE NO. 15 STAINLESS STEEL, Item Number: CISION15SS; g. STERILE BLADE NO. 15 CARBON STEEL, Item Number: CISION15CS; h. STERILE BLADE NO. 15 CARBON STEEL RIB, Item Number: CISION15CSR; i. STERILE BLADE NO. 20 STAINLESS STEEL, Item Number: CISION20SS; j. STERILE BLADE NO. 22 CARBON STEEL, Item Number: CISION22CS; k. STERILE BLADE NO. 22 STAINLESS STEEL, Item Number: CISION22SS. ***Expansion on 02/06/2023 with the following additional products: l. STERILE BLADE NO. 12 STAINLESS STEEL, Item Number: CISION12SS; m. STERILE BLADE NO. 20 CARBON STEEL, Item Number: CISION20CS; n. STERILE BLADE NO. 21 CARBON STEEL, Item Number: CISION21CS; o. STERILE BLADE NO. 21 STAINLESS STEEL, Item Number: CISION21SS. Indicated for use in surgical procedures where tissue separation is necessary.

Reason for Recall

Potential of the blade puncturing the outer foil layer causing a breach in the sterile packaging.

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MI, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA.

Lot / Code Information

a. Item Number: CISION10CS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090103, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090106, Lot Numbers: Y01853, Z00300, Z02246, Z02288, Z02290, Z02416, Z02246, Z02473, Z02290, Z02290, Z02290, Z02290; b. Item Number: CISION10CSR, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090110, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090113, Lot Numbers: Z02259, Z02436, Z00381, Z02202, Z02563, Z02261, Z02435; c. Item Number: CISION11CS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090134, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090137, Lot Numbers: Y03382, Z02183, Z02183, Z02183, Z02470, Z02455, Z02183, Z02455, Z02455, Z02455, Z02470; d. Item Number: CISION11SS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090158, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090151, Lot Numbers: Z02339, Z02339, Z02320, Z02364, Z02364, Z02584, Z00402, Z02584, Z02584; e. Item Number: CISION11CSR, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090141, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090144, Lot Number: Z01076; f. Item Number: CISION15SS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090202, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090205, Lot Numbers: Y01861, Z00320, Z02233, Z02492, Z02409, Z02409, Z02409, Z02409, Z02409, Z02482, Z00331, Z02233, Z02377, Z02377, Z02377, Z02377, Z02409, Z02409, Z02409, Z02482; g. Item Number: CISION15CS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090189, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090182, Lot Numbers: Y01848, Y03404, Z02188, Z02611, Z02611, Z02188, Z02611, Z02611, Z02611, Z02611, Z02611, Z02611, Z02611, Z02611; h. Item Number: CISION15CSR, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090196, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090199, Lot Numbers: Z02346, Z02346, Z02429, Z02454, Z02429, Z00385; i. Item Number: CISION20SS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090233, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090236, Lot Numbers: Z00343, Z02530; j. Item Number: CISION22CS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090264, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090267, Lot Numbers: Z01064, Z02417, Z02417, Z02198; k. Item Number: CISION22SS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090288, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090281, Lot Numbers: Z02355, Z02403, Z01260, Z02195, Z02355, Z02355. ***Expansion on 02/06/2023 with the following additional products: l. Item Number: CISION12SS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090172, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090175, Lot Number: Z01277; m. Item Number: CISION20CS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090219, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090212, Lot Numbers: Z01206, Z02485, Z02550; n. Item Number: CISION21CS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090240, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090243, Lot Numbers: Z01513, Z02263, Z02452, Z02452, Z02658; o. Item Number: CISION21SS, Box UDI/GTIN: 30193489090257, Case UDI/GTIN: 20193489090250, Lot Number: Z00312.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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