Fixt Suture Bonded Plus Violet Braided Polyglycolic Acid Coated Suture, Synthetic Absorbable Surgical Suture, Sterile, Rx Only, Teleflex Medical. Indicated for use in soft tissue approximation.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Product Code BON100 - Lot 02H1302839, 02J1101705, 02D1101137, 02F1103013, Product Code EP4049N - Lot 02A1003137
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Teleflex Medical
- Reason for Recall:
- Product does not meet minimum needle attachment strength requirements; thus, the needle can become detached from the suture during use.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Fixt Suture Bonded Plus Violet Braided Polyglycolic Acid Coated Suture, Synthetic Absorbable Surgical Suture, Sterile, Rx Only, Teleflex Medical. Indicated for use in soft tissue approximation.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Product Code BON100 - Lot 02H1302839, 02J1101705, 02D1101137, 02F1103013, Product Code EP4049N - Lot 02A1003137
Distribution:
Nationwide distribution
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1558-2014
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