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Health product recall

Non Absorbable Silky II Polydek Suture (2014-03-24)

Starting date:
March 24, 2014
Posting date:
November 21, 2014
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-42251

Recalled products   

  1. Non Absorbable Silky II Polydek Suture

Reason

Teleflex is conducting a voluntary recall for certain lots of Teleflex sutures because they did not meet minimum needle attachment strength requirements. If affected product is used, the needle may become detached from the suture during use.

Affected products

A. Non Absorbable Silky II Polydek Suture

Lot or serial number
  • 02B0900765
Model or catalog number
  • X-5424
Companies
Manufacturer
Teleflex Medical
2917 Wreck Drive,
Research Triangle Park
27709
North Carolina
UNITED STATES