Sutures, Non-absorbable, Synthetic, Polyethylene, Sterile, Rx only, Product Usage: Non-absorbable poly(ethylene terephthalate) surgical suture is a multifilament, non-absorbable, sterile, flexible thread prepared from fibers of high molecular weight, long-chain, linear polyesters having recurrent aromatic rings as an integral component and is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation.

Class I - Dangerous

🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: March 11, 2014 Teleflex Medical Surgical Instruments Nationwide

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Recall Details

Company:: Teleflex Medical
Reason for Recall:: The products are being recalled because they did not meet minimum needle attachment strength requirements.
Classification:: Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
Status:: terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Sutures, Non-absorbable, Synthetic, Polyethylene, Sterile, Rx only, Product Usage: Non-absorbable poly(ethylene terephthalate) surgical suture is a multifilament, non-absorbable, sterile, flexible thread prepared from fibers of high molecular weight, long-chain, linear polyesters having recurrent aromatic rings as an integral component and is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

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