Medline Convenience Kits Recall Over Unapproved Design Changes
Medline Industries is recalling 270,311 units of certain convenience kits due to unapproved design changes, affecting products distributed nationwide and internationally.
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What Happened
Medline Industries, LP is voluntarily recalling certain convenience kits because of unapproved design changes to the products outside of the 510(k) clearance.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are Medline Convenience Kits containing select SKUs of 10mL Polycarbonate Colored Syringes, specifically ENSEMBLE GYNECO SCOPIE-LF (DYNJ53744B) and LAVH GRH-LF (DYNJ41792G). The total quantity affected is 270,311 units. Distribution includes US Nationwide and countries such as Canada, Panama, and Barbados. The products have the following codes: DYNJ53744B with UDI-DI 10193489761689 (EA) and 40193489761680 (CS), Lot 24ABS765; DYNJ41792G with UDI-DI 10195327547127 (EA) and 40195327547128 (CS), Lot 24ABT556. The recall number is Z-1892-2026.
What You Should Do
Consumers should contact Medline Industries, LP at their address: 3 Lakes Dr, Northfield, IL 60093-2753, as the initial notification was made via letter. Follow the firm's instructions for returns or refunds related to this recall.
Why This Matters
This recall involves over 270,000 units of medical devices distributed worldwide, potentially impacting patient safety due to unapproved changes. It underscores the importance of regulatory compliance in the medical device industry.
Source
FDA recall notice for event ID 98601, available at the FDA website.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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