Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IIOngoing
FDA Devices recall · Reported March 8, 2023
Novafil Monofilament Polybutester Suture Product Description: 8886 4002-41 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 90CM C14 8886 4400-13 NOVAFIL 6-0 BLU 45CM SBE2 8886 4400-23 NOVAFIL 5-0 BLU 45CM SBE2 8886 440123 NOVAFIL 5-0 BLU 45CM SBE3 8886 4402-33 NOVAFIL 4-0 BLU 45CM SBE4 8886 4403-33 NOVAFIL 4-0 BLU 45CM SBE6 8886 4410-13 NOVAFIL 6-0 BLU 45CM P10 8886 4410-03 NOVAFIL 7-0 BLU 45CM P10 8886 4422-43 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 45CM C14 8886 4424-51 NOVAFIL 2-0 BLU 75CM C16 8886 4450-41 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 75CM V26 88
Sterile Barrier Breach of Breather Pouch may cause infection or vision loss for ophthalmic procedures in cases where there is direct patient contact
Covidien, LP recalled Novafil Monofilament Polybutester Suture Product Description: 8886 4002-41 NOVAFIL 3-0… — a moderate-severity action.
Novafil Monofilament Polybutester Suture Product Description: 8886 4002-41 NOVAFIL 3-0… was recalled by Covidien, LP in March 8, 2023. Reason: Sterile Barrier Breach of Breather Pouch may cause infection or vision loss for ophthalmic procedures in case…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1175-2023 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Covidien, LP issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall — Sterile Barrier Breach of Breather Pouch may cause infection or vision loss for ophthalmic procedures in case….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 48K units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- March 8, 2023
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1175-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1175-2023) was formally reported on March 8, 2023, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 2, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Covidien, LP is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of North Haven, CT. Federal records list the affected scope as 48492 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: Sterile Barrier Breach of Breather Pouch may cause infection or vision loss for ophthalmic procedures in cases where there is direct patient contact Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide Distribution and OUS Foreign distribution to countries of: Albania Argentina Armenia Australia Austria Azerbaijan Belarus Belgium Bosnia And Herzegovina Brazil Bulgaria Cambodia Cameroon Canada Canary Isla…. Distribution scope 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.
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Where this recall sits in the database
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Affected scope
48492 units
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
Novafil Monofilament Polybutester Suture Product Description: 8886 4002-41 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 90CM C14 8886 4400-13 NOVAFIL 6-0 BLU 45CM SBE2 8886 4400-23 NOVAFIL 5-0 BLU 45CM SBE2 8886 440123 NOVAFIL 5-0 BLU 45CM SBE3 8886 4402-33 NOVAFIL 4-0 BLU 45CM SBE4 8886 4403-33 NOVAFIL 4-0 BLU 45CM SBE6 8886 4410-13 NOVAFIL 6-0 BLU 45CM P10 8886 4410-03 NOVAFIL 7-0 BLU 45CM P10 8886 4422-43 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 45CM C14 8886 4424-51 NOVAFIL 2-0 BLU 75CM C16 8886 4450-41 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 75CM V26 8886 4452-51 NOVAFIL 2-0 BLU 75CM V20 8886 4459-61 NOVAFIL 0 BLU 75CM GS22 8886 4470-81 NOVAFIL* 2 BLU 150CM GS26 8886 4582-53 NOVAFIL* 2-0 BLU 75CM P14 SPB-1213G NOVAFIL* 6-0 BLU 45CM P13X12 SPB-1233G NOVAFIL* 4-0 BLU 45CM P13X12 SPB-1623G NOVAFIL* 5-0 BLU 45CM P12X12 SPB-5142G NOVAFIL* 5-0 BLU 45CM P11X12 SPB-5143G NOVAFIL* 4-0 BLU 45CM P11X12 SUT SPB-5223G NOVAFIL 5-0 BLU 45CM P13 SPB-5433G NOVAFIL* 4-0 CLR 45CM P24X12 SPB-5633G NOVAFIL* 4-0 BLU 45CM P12X12
Reason for recall
Sterile Barrier Breach of Breather Pouch may cause infection or vision loss for ophthalmic procedures in cases where there is direct patient contact
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | Z-1175-2023 |
| Date reported | March 8, 2023 |
| Date initiated | December 2, 2022 |
| Recalling firm | Covidien, LP |
| Firm location | North Haven, CT |
| Affected scope | 48492 units |
| Distribution | US Nationwide Distribution and OUS Foreign distribution to countries of: Albania Argentina Armenia Australia Austria Azerbaijan Belarus Belgium Bosnia And Herzegovina Brazil Bulgaria Cambodia Cameroon Canada Canary Islands Chile China Colo… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Novafil Monofilament Polybutester Suture Product Description: 8886 4002-41 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 90CM C14 8886 4400-13 NOVAFIL 6-0 BLU 45CM SBE2 8886 4400-23 NOVAFIL 5-0 BLU 45CM SBE2 8886 440123 NOVAFIL 5-0 BLU 45CM SBE3 8886 4402-33 NOVAFIL 4-0 BLU 45CM SBE4 8886 4403-33 NOVAFIL 4-0 BLU 45CM SBE6 8886 4410-13 NOVAFIL 6-0 BLU 45CM P10 8886 4410-03 NOVAFIL 7-0 BLU 45CM P10 8886 4422-43 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 45CM C14 8886 4424-51 NOVAFIL 2-0 BLU 75CM C16 8886 4450-41 NOVAFIL 3-0 BLU 75CM V26 8886 4452-51 NOVAFIL 2-0 BLU 75CM V20 8886 4459-61 NOVAFIL 0 BLU 75CM GS22 8886 4470-81 NOVAFIL* 2 BLU 150CM GS26 8886 4582-53 NOVAFIL* 2-0 BLU 75CM P14 SPB-1213G NOVAFIL* 6-0 BLU 45CM P13X12 SPB-1233G NOVAFIL* 4-0 BLU 45CM P13X12 SPB-1623G NOVAFIL* 5-0 BLU 45CM P12X12 SPB-5142G NOVAFIL* 5-0 BLU 45CM P11X12 SPB-5143G NOVAFIL* 4-0 BLU 45CM P11X12 SUT SPB-5223G NOVAFIL 5-0 BLU 45CM P13 SPB-5433G NOVAFIL* 4-0 CLR 45CM P24X12 SPB-5633G NOVAFIL* 4-0 BLU 45CM P12X12. Recalled by Covidien, LP. Units affected: 48492 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Sterile Barrier Breach of Breather Pouch may cause infection or vision loss for ophthalmic procedures in cases where there is direct patient contact
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 8, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1175-2023.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution and OUS Foreign distribution to countries of: Albania Argentina Armenia Australia Austria Azerbaijan Belarus Belgium Bosnia And Herzegovina Brazil Bulgaria Cambodia Cameroon Canada Canary Islands Chile China Colombia Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Finland France Georgia Germany Ghana Greece Hong Kong Hungary India Indonesia Iran Iraq Ireland Israel Italy JAPAN Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Korea, Republic Of Kosovo Kuwait Latvia Lebanon Lithuania Macao Malaysia Malta Mauritius Mexico Moldova, Republic Of Morocco Myanmar Namibia Netherlands New Zealand North Macedonia Norway Pakistan Panama Paraguay Philippines Poland Portugal Reunion Romania Russian Federation Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Syrian Arab Republic Taiwan Thailand Tunisia Turkey Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Uruguay Uzbekistan Viet Nam Zimbabwe.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1175-2023) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported March 8, 2023.
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