STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus Bidirectional Knotless Tissue Control Device: STRATAFIX SPIRAL MONOCRYL PLUS BI UD 12+12IN(30+30CM) USP3-0(M2) D/A PS PRM- Indicated for use in soft tissue approximation where the use of absorbable sutures is appropriate. Product Code: SXMP2B412

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    UDI/GTIN: 30705031464289 (box) 10705031464285 (pouch) Lot Number: SHBAEC Exp. Date: June 30, 2024
  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:
Ethicon, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Degraded and unusable upon removal from the foil pouch due to exposed environmental conditions during transit and storage, compromising sterility
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

STRATAFIX Spiral MONOCRYL Plus Bidirectional Knotless Tissue Control Device: STRATAFIX SPIRAL MONOCRYL PLUS BI UD 12+12IN(30+30CM) USP3-0(M2) D/A PS PRM- Indicated for use in soft tissue approximation where the use of absorbable sutures is appropriate. Product Code: SXMP2B412

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

UDI/GTIN: 30705031464289 (box) 10705031464285 (pouch) Lot Number: SHBAEC Exp. Date: June 30, 2024

Distribution:

Distributed in: CO, GA, IA, MI, NJ, NY, PA, SC, WI

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1533-2024

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