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FDA device recallMedications· Ethicon, LLC

PERMA-HAND Silk Black Braided Sterile Nonabsorbable Surgical Suture, 1X18" TF-5, Product …

Official notice from a government agency or its published feed.

PERMA-HAND Silk Black Braided Sterile Nonabsorbable Surgical Suture, 1X18" TF-5, Product Code: N271H
Reason: Silk sutures, indicated for use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic and neurological procedures, packaged with alcohol-based fluid, not part of product design, that if discovered prior to use may cause surgical delay. If used, fluid could cause reduced suture tensile strength or knot security, tissue irritation/inflammatory tissue response, and treatment failure, including wound dehiscence/bleeding.
Class IIA mid-level FDA recall: the product may cause temporary or reversible health problems. · Ongoing · Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of SC, PA, TX, CA, ID, LA, MO, AL, NC, UT, IL, MA, OH, AZ, TN, OK, NE, ME, IN, WI, FL, CO, WY, NH, NY, NC, MN and the country of CA.

Hazard: Silk sutures, indicated for use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic and neurological procedures, packaged with alcohol-based fluid, not part of product design, that if discovered prior to use may cause sur…

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