Reported Nov 27, 2013 · Terminated
Polyglycolic-Lactic Acid Absorbable Surgical Suture Label reads in part "Coated VILET *** (Polyglacin 910) Suture…
Riverpoint Medical, LLC
Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.What you should do
Stop using the affected lot and contact the recalling firm for the return or refund process. Check the FDA enforcement report for lot-level detail.
Firm contact: Riverpoint Medical, LLC · 825 NE 25th Ave · Portland, OR · 97232-2304
Is this the product you have?
- Polyglycolic-Lactic Acid Absorbable Surgical Suture Label reads in part "Coated VILET *** (Polyglacin 910) Suture UNDYED BRANDED V423 *** Riverpoint ***" PGLA surgical suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in opthalmic procedures, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological tissues
- Lot codes and dates
- Lot 120716-01
- Amount recalled
- 1932 pieces
Where it was sold
Why it was recalled
Riverpoint Medical is recalling PGLA Surgical Suture (Vilet) because the label indicates the suture is undyed and it is actually a violet colored suture.
This product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.
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