FDA-Device2020-10-07Class II
Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture: Covidien Velosorb 0 Undyed 36" GS-21 Taper CV946, UDI: 20884521151298 - Product Usage: indicated for use in soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only 7-10 days of wound support is required, but not for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular or neurological procedures.
Riverpoint Medical, LLC
Hazard
The surgical suture is non-sterile. Use could compromise the sterile field, increase risk of a surgical site infection, and increase break strength retention.
Sold states
US Nationwide distribution.
Affected count
1272
Manufactured in
825 NE 25th Ave, N/A, Portland, OR, United States
Products
Velosorb Fast Braided Absorbable Suture: Covidien Velosorb 0 Undyed 36" GS-21 Taper CV946, UDI: 20884521151298 - Product Usage: indicated for use in soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only 7-10 days of wound support is required, but not for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular or neurological procedures.
Official notice
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