FDAClass IIDecember 21, 2022

PDS II recall

PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture- VIOLET MONOFILAMENT 27IN 0 S/A CT-1 Product Code: Z340H For use in soft tissue approximation, including use in…

Why was PDS II recalled?

knot tensile strengths were observed to be significantly below the minimum knot tensile, will result in breakage prior to use or intra-operatively rather than premature post-operative breakage

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UDI-DI: 10705031060623 (individual unit); 30705031060634 (sales unit box) Lot: SCMSHK Exp. Date: February 28, 2027

Product
PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture- VIOLET MONOFILAMENT 27IN 0 S/A CT-1 Product Code: Z340H For use in soft tissue approximation, including use in…
Recalling firm
Ethicon, Inc.
Quantity
7,560 eaches
Distribution
International (OUS) only: Canada, Japan, Australia and New Zealand
Recall date
December 21, 2022
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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