PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

PDS¿ Plus Antibacterial (polydioxanone) Suture - PDS PLUS CLR 27IN(70CM) USP3-0(M2) S/A PC-25 PRIME. Intended for use in general soft tissue approximation, including use in pediatric cardiovascular tissue. Product Code: PDP9625H

Reported: May 17, 2023 Initiated: March 31, 2023 #Z-1571-2023

Product Description

PDS¿ Plus Antibacterial (polydioxanone) Suture - PDS PLUS CLR 27IN(70CM) USP3-0(M2) S/A PC-25 PRIME. Intended for use in general soft tissue approximation, including use in pediatric cardiovascular tissue. Product Code: PDP9625H

Reason for Recall

Suture breakage during intra-operative use could result in poor performance of the impacted product because the intended benefit of tissue approximation and/or ligation may not be achieved

Details

Recalling Firm
Ethicon, Inc.
Units Affected
1,656 eaches (OUS only)
Distribution
International distribution in the countries of United Kingdom, Ireland and Turkey.
Location
Raritan, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
PDS¿ Plus Antibacterial (polydioxanone) Suture - PDS PLUS CLR 27IN(70CM) USP3-0(M2) S/A PC-25 PRIME. Intended for use in general soft tissue approximation, including use in pediatric cardiovascular tissue. Product Code: PDP9625H. Recalled by Ethicon, Inc.. Units affected: 1,656 eaches (OUS only).
Why was this product recalled?
Suture breakage during intra-operative use could result in poor performance of the impacted product because the intended benefit of tissue approximation and/or ligation may not be achieved
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 17, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1571-2023.