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Class II Recall

STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus Bidirectional Knotless Tissue Control Device: STRATAFIX SPIRAL MONOCRYL PLUS BI UD 12+12I

Ethicon, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus Bidirectional Knotless Tissue Control Device: STR by Ethicon, Inc.. Reason: Degraded and unusable upon removal from the foil pouch due to exposed environmental conditions during transit and storage, compromising sterility.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1533-2024

Action Date

2024-04-24

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus Bidirectional Knotless Tissue Control Device: STRATAFIX SPIRAL MONOCRYL PLUS BI UD 12+12IN(30+30CM) USP3-0(M2) D/A PS PRM- Indicated for use in soft tissue approximation where the use of absorbable sutures is appropriate. Product Code: SXMP2B412

Lot/Code Info: UDI/GTIN: 30705031464289 (box) 10705031464285 (pouch) Lot Number: SHBAEC Exp. Date: June 30, 2024

Quantity Affected: 395 units

Reason for Recall

Degraded and unusable upon removal from the foil pouch due to exposed environmental conditions during transit and storage, compromising sterility

Distribution

CO GA IA MI NJ NY NY PA SC WI

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-03-08

Company

Ethicon, Inc.

Raritan, NJ

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 179 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Ethicon, Inc. has 23 FDA actions in our database, including 15 recalls and 8 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Ethicon, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Ethicon, Inc. have FDA actions?

Ethicon, Inc. has 23 FDA actions in our database, including 15 recalls and 8 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1533-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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