Medline Convenience kits labeled as: 1) SH STRL UMBILICAL ACC PACK-LF, Pack Number DYNJ0621408V; 2) SH STRL UMBILICAL ACC PACK-LF, Pack Number DYNJ0621408VH; 3) 6" ACE BANDAGE PACK-LF, Pack Number DYNJ0864492A ; 4) 6" ACE BANDAGE PACK-LF, Pack Number DYNJ0864492AH; 5) KIT ANGIO CSTM-PROVIDENCE , Pack Number SAMP0545
This recall is currently active, issued September 6, 2024. It was issued by Medline Industries, Lp - Northfield.
- Recall Initiated
- April 8, 2024
- Posted
- September 6, 2024
- Recall Number
- Z-3036-2024
- Firm Location
- Northfield, IL
- Official Source
- View on FDA website ↗
Reason for Recall
Medical convenience kits contain plastic syringes affected by the FDA Safety Alert issued on March 19, 2024. Leaks, breakage, and/ other quality issues have been identified that may pose a risk to patient health.
Distribution
Worldwide distribution.
Lot / Code Info
DYNJ0621408V, Lot Number 23ILB053; DYNJ0621408VH, Lot Number 23ILB053; DYNJ0864492A , Lot Number 21KMH585 ; DYNJ0864492AH, Lot Number 21KMH585 ; SAMP0545 , Lot Number 22GME387 ; SAMP0545 , Lot Number 22GME980
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Action Taken
Medline Industries LP issued a recall notice to its consignees on 04/08/2024 via letter delivered via USPS and email. The notice explained the issue, provided a link to for information pertaining to the risk involved https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/update-evaluating-plastic-syringes-made-china-potential-device-failures-fda-safety-communication) and request these syringes within the convenience be discarded, except for circumstances where no alternative syringes are readily available. If these syringes must be used, closely monitor for leaks, breakage, and any other problems, and report any quality issues to Medline and the FDA. Distributors were directed to notify their customers. The firm issued a second recall notice (an expansion) on 05/02/2024 using the same methods.