Centurion procedure packs, containing Caina syringes, labeled as: 1) CIRCUMCISION TRAY, Pack Number CIT6860A; 2) RETINAL INJECTION KIT, Pack Number MNS12465
This recall is currently active, issued August 28, 2024. It was issued by Medline Industries, Lp - Northfield.
- Recall Initiated
- April 8, 2024
- Posted
- August 28, 2024
- Recall Number
- Z-2777-2024
- 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
CIT6860A, Lot Number 2022011080; MNS12465, Lot Number 2021092780
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 that the 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.