Severity
Moderate
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Reported: March 8, 2023 Initiated: December 2, 2022 #Z-1181-2023 40152 units units
Covidien, LP issued this FDA Devices recall on March 8, 2023. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 40152 units units are affected. The recall was issued because: Sterile Barrier Breach of Breather Pouch may cause infection or vision loss for ophthalmic procedures in cases where th…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1181-2023) 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 indicate 40152 units units are affected.
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.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 3 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
40152 units
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product Description
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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
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Covidien, LP
- Units Affected
- 40152 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 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
- Location
- North Haven, CT
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | Z-1181-2023 |
| Date reported | March 8, 2023 |
| Date initiated | December 2, 2022 |
| Recalling firm | Covidien, LP |
| Units affected | 40152 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Ti-Cron Coated Braided Polyester Suture Product Description 88862775-31 TICRON* 4-0 BLU 75CM CV327DA 88862880-41 TICRON* 3-0 WHI 75CM Y31DA 88863012-61 TICRON* 0 BLU 90CM C16 X36 88863015-61 TICRON* 0 BLU 120CM V20X36 88863017-51 TICRON* 2-0 BLU 120CM SKX36 88863026-71 TICRON* 1 BLU 75CM HOS12X36 88863035-51 TICRON 2-0 BLU 105CM CV305DA 88863047-41 TICRON* 3-0 BLU 45CM C13X36 88863048-51 TICRON* 2-0 BLU 75CM C13X36 88863050-61 TICRON* 0 BLU 75CM C14 X36 88863054-51 TICRON* 2-0 BLU 75CM C17X36 88863056-89 TICRON* 5 BLU 45CM GS18X12 88863059-53 TICRON* 2-0 BLU 45CM P24X12 88863070-51 TICRON* 2-0 BLU 75CM C15X36 88863088-51 TICRON* 2-0 BLU 75CM Y5X36 88863090-51 TICRON 2-0 BLU 75CM GS21X36 88863092-71 TICRON* 1 BLU 75CM KV37X36 88863109-43 TICRON* 3-0 BLU 45CM P22X12 88863111-79 TICRON* 5 BLU 75CM HGS21X36 88863119-61 TICRON* 0 BLU 75CM KV34X36 88863154-09 TICRON* 4 BLU 75CM GS11X36 88863159-31 TICRON* 4-0 BLU 90CM KV5DA 88863160-41 TICRON* 3-0 BLU 90CM Y31DA 88863163-61 TICRON* 0 BLU 75CM SC1 X36 88863185-41 TICRON* 3-0 BLU 75CM CV305 88863186-41 TICRON* 3-0 BLU 75CM CV331 88863212-51 TICRON* 2-0 BLU 90CM Y5DA7P 88863226-41 TICRON* 3-0 BLU 60CM CV330DA 88863280-21 TICRON* 5-0 BLU 75CM CV301DA 88863280-31 TICRON* 4-0 BLU 75CM CV301DA 88863309-71 TICRON* 1 BLU 75CM GS11X36 88863369-31 TICRON* 4-0 BLU 90CM CV316DA 88863393-51 TICRON* 2-0 BLU 90CM CV300DA CD-3123K TICRON* 5-0 WHI 45CM SS24 DA. Recalled by Covidien, LP. Units affected: 40152 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-1181-2023.
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-1181-2023) 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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