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Class II Recall

PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Code Z771D 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x18" (45cm), SH-1 Control Release Needles

Ethicon, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Code Z771D 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x1 by Ethicon, Inc.. Reason: Product may contain the incorrect material which could impact treatment..

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1773-2022

Action Date

2022-09-28

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Code Z771D 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x18" (45cm), SH-1 Control Release Needles

Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI (GTIN): 10705031061705 (individual unit); 30705031061709 (sales unit box) Product Number: Z771D; Lot No: SAMPAL

Quantity Affected: 88 boxes (1056 ea)

Reason for Recall

Product may contain the incorrect material which could impact treatment.

Distribution

Distribution in Japan only

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-08-08

Company

Ethicon, Inc.

Somerville, 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 145 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-1773-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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