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Health product recall

Polysorb Braided Synthetic Absorbable Surgical Suture

Starting date:
May 3, 2017
Posting date:
June 5, 2017
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-63476

Reason

Potential for an incomplete seal on the inner package, which may result in premature degradation of the suture material. The use of products with this condition may increase the potential for the suture to break.

Affected products

Polysorb Braided Synthetic Absorbable Surgical Suture

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer

Model or catalog number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer

Companies

Manufacturer
Covidien LLC
15 Hampshire Street
Mansfield
02048
Massachusetts
UNITED STATES