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Riverpoint Medical, LLC recalls Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture: Covidien Velosorb 3/0 Undyed 30" PC-11 SV487G, UDI: 10884521149595 - Produ
Recalled October 7, 2020 · FDA recall Z-0041-2021 · Riverpoint Medical
Hazard
The surgical suture is non-sterile. Use could compromise the sterile field, increase risk of a surgical site infection, and increase break strength retention. · FDA Class II
Units
1236
Sold at
US Nationwide distribution.
Description
The surgical suture is non-sterile. Use could compromise the sterile field, increase risk of a surgical site infection, and increase break strength retention.
Product
Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture: Covidien Velosorb 3/0 Undyed 30" PC-11 SV487G, UDI: 10884521149595 - Product Usage: indicated for use in soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only 7-10 days of wound support is required, but not for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular or neurological procedures.
Manufacturer(s)
Riverpoint Medical, LLC
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →