Moderate riskFDA DeviceClass II

Henry Schein Perma Sharp sutures recalled for lacking 510(k) clearance

FDA classified this recall as Class II. The Henry Schein Perma Sharp PGA absorbable surgical suture, catalog PSN397V, lacks 510(k) clearance. No injuries have been reported.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗

What to do

  1. Stop using affected units and set aside lot 0925013HF.
  2. Check the lot number: Lot 0925013HF, catalog PSN397V (Henry Schein Item No. 600-0331), UDI-DI 10889950001308.
  3. The notice doesn't say how to get a refund or replacement; contact Henry Schein.

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
Generic Name: Perma Sharp Sutures; Generic Name: PGA Absorbable Surgical Suture; Model/Catalog Number: PSN397V (Henry Schein Item No. 600-0331); Product Description: Sterile, synthetic, absorbable, braided 5-0 undyed PGA surgical suture, 27-inch length, with C-6 3/8-circle needle. Component: N/A;
Sold in
Nationwide
Made for
All ages (0 months and older)

This recall covers 13 products — see all of them.

Details

Units affected
21
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
41 Weaver Rd, Denver, Pennsylvania, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
Z-0335-2027

In the FDA's words

Description
Generic Name: Perma Sharp Sutures; Generic Name: PGA Absorbable Surgical Suture; Model/Catalog Number: PSN397V (Henry Schein Item No. 600-0331); Product Description: Sterile, synthetic, absorbable, braided 5-0 undyed PGA surgical suture, 27-inch length, with C-6 3/8-circle needle. Component: N/A; Products lack 510(k) clearance. Model/Catalog Number: PSN397V (Henry Schein Item No. 600-0331); UDI-DI: 10889950001308; Lot Number: 0925013HF; Distribution: Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Uganda, and the Cayman Islands. Affected quantity: 21
Hazard
Products lack 510(k) clearance.

13 products in this recall

Henry Schein Perma Sharp sutures recalled for lacking 510(k) clearance

Henry Schein is recalling 13 Perma Sharp surgical suture products, sold under Henry Schein and HSI item numbers, because the products lack 510(k) clearance from FDA. The recall covers U.S. nationwide distribution and shipments to Canada, Uganda, and the Cayman Islands. No injuries have been reported.

The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.

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