PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture: Covidien Velosorb 3/0 Undyed 18" P-14 Cutting, Product Number: SV6830, UDI: 20884521152349 - Product Usage: indicated for use in soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only 7-10 days of wound support is required, but not for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular or neurological procedures.

Reported: October 7, 2020 Initiated: August 3, 2020 #Z-0016-2021

Product Description

Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture: Covidien Velosorb 3/0 Undyed 18" P-14 Cutting, Product Number: SV6830, UDI: 20884521152349 - Product Usage: indicated for use in soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only 7-10 days of wound support is required, but not for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular or neurological procedures.

Reason for Recall

The surgical suture is non-sterile. Use could compromise the sterile field, increase risk of a surgical site infection, and increase break strength retention.

Details

Recalling Firm
Riverpoint Medical, LLC
Units Affected
3110
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Location
Portland, OR

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture: Covidien Velosorb 3/0 Undyed 18" P-14 Cutting, Product Number: SV6830, UDI: 20884521152349 - Product Usage: indicated for use in soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only 7-10 days of wound support is required, but not for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular or neurological procedures.. Recalled by Riverpoint Medical, LLC. Units affected: 3110.
Why was this product recalled?
The surgical suture is non-sterile. Use could compromise the sterile field, increase risk of a surgical site infection, and increase break strength retention.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 7, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0016-2021.