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Class II Recall

PDS¿ Plus Antibacterial (polydioxanone) Suture - PDS PLUS CLR 27IN(70CM) USP3-0(M2) S/A PC-25 PRIME. Intended for use in

Ethicon, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for PDS¿ Plus Antibacterial (polydioxanone) Suture - PDS PLUS CLR 27IN(70CM) USP3-0( by Ethicon, Inc.. Reason: Suture breakage during intra-operative use could result in poor performance of the impacted product because the intended benefit of tissue approximati.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1571-2023

Action Date

2023-05-17

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

PDS¿ Plus Antibacterial (polydioxanone) Suture - PDS PLUS CLR 27IN(70CM) USP3-0(M2) S/A PC-25 PRIME. Intended for use in general soft tissue approximation, including use in pediatric cardiovascular tissue. Product Code: PDP9625H

Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI: (01)10705031124691 Primary (Individual Unit); (01)30705031124695 (Sales Unit Box) Qty = 36 eaches. Lot Number: SCMAZH

Quantity Affected: 1,656 eaches (OUS only)

Reason for Recall

Suture breakage during intra-operative use could result in poor performance of the impacted product because the intended benefit of tissue approximation and/or ligation may not be achieved

Distribution

International distribution in the countries of United Kingdom, Ireland and Turkey.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-03-31

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 160 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-1571-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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