Mild Chromic Gut Absorbable Sutures, CH GUT 5-0 12 UD SS-14 SS-14 (G-1766-K), CHROMIC GUT 6-0 45C...
FDA Recall #Z-1389-2023 — Class II — March 1, 2023
Product Description
Mild Chromic Gut Absorbable Sutures, CH GUT 5-0 12 UD SS-14 SS-14 (G-1766-K), CHROMIC GUT 6-0 45CM HE-1 X12 (G-1780K)
Reason for Recall
Medtronic was made aware of a supplier calibration issue during the contract sterilization process that may lead to unsterile product. Use of affected product may lead to an unspecified infection or, in the case of sutures used in the eye, pose a loss of vision risk.
Recalling Firm
Covidien, LP — North Haven, CT
Classification
Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
Product Type
Devices
Product Quantity
960 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to States of: AR, CA, FL, GA, LA, MA, NC, NY, OH, WA; and countries of: Canada, Colombia, El Salvador, Indonesia, Nepal, Puerto Rico, Taiwan, and Thailand.
Code Information
GTIN: 20884521054339, 20884521054438; Lot: D2H0095ZY, D2H0096ZY
Status
Ongoing
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated