Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 2/0 30"VIOLET GU-46, Item Code UL878 - Product Usage: Indicated for use in soft tissue approximation or ligation and ophthalmic surgery, but not in cardiovascular or neural tissue.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: December 18, 2019 Covidien Other Medical Devices Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot - D7H0866X Expiration Date - 2022-08-31
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Covidien LLC
Reason for Recall:
There is a potential for packaging integrity issues impacting the humidity or sterility barrier of specific production lots.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Polysorb Braided Absorbable Suture 2/0 30"VIOLET GU-46, Item Code UL878 - Product Usage: Indicated for use in soft tissue approximation or ligation and ophthalmic surgery, but not in cardiovascular or neural tissue.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot - D7H0866X Expiration Date - 2022-08-31

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1299-2020

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