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FDA Devices recall · Reported December 22, 2021

SmartSleeve Poly-Reinforced Breathable Sleeve Surgical Gowns-Large SKU: 9011

Potential for open packaging seals compromising the sterility of the surgical gowns

Recall #
Z-0369-2022
Affected scope
169,262 units
Initiated
November 2, 2021
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Cardinal Health recalled SmartSleeve Poly-Reinforced Breathable Sleeve Surgical Gowns-Large SKU: 9011 - a moderate-severity action.

SmartSleeve Poly-Reinforced Breathable Sleeve Surgical Gowns-Large SKU: 9011 was recalled by Cardinal Health in December 22, 2021. Reason: Potential for open packaging seals compromising the sterility of the surgical gowns. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0369-2022 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Cardinal Health issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential for open packaging seals compromising the sterility of the surgical gowns.

Moderate
severity level
169K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
December 22, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0369-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

SmartSleeve Poly-Reinforced Breathable Sleeve Surgical Gowns-Large SKU: 9011

Reason for recall

Potential for open packaging seals compromising the sterility of the surgical gowns

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Ongoing
Recall number Z-0369-2022
Date reported December 22, 2021
Date initiated November 2, 2021
Recalling firm Cardinal Health
Firm location Waukegan, IL
Affected scope 169,262 units
Distribution Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Chile, Thailand, Canada, Israel, LATAM Dist.Qatar, LATAM/Panama, LATAM/Mexico, LATAM/Colombia, LATAM/Costa Rica.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

169,262 units units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) ✓ This recall
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
SmartSleeve Poly-Reinforced Breathable Sleeve Surgical Gowns-Large SKU: 9011. Recalled by Cardinal Health. Units affected: 169,262 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential for open packaging seals compromising the sterility of the surgical gowns
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 22, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0369-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Chile, Thailand, Canada, Israel, LATAM Dist.Qatar, LATAM/Panama, LATAM/Mexico, LATAM/Colombia, LATAM/Costa Rica..
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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