Moderate riskFDA DeviceClass II

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

Henry Schein is recalling Perma Sharp polypropylene surgical sutures because the products lack 510(k) clearance from FDA. No injuries have been reported. The recall covers 33 units distributed in the U.S. and in Canada, Uganda and the Cayman Islands.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗

What to do

  1. Set aside any units from lot 0624014HF and do not use them on patients.
  2. Identify affected units by catalog number PSN8698P (HSI Item No. 600-5659) and UDI-DI 10889950001957.
  3. Contact Henry Schein for instructions. The notice doesn't say how to get a replacement or refund.

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
Generic Name: Perma Sharp Sutures; Generic Name: Polypropylene Nonabsorbable Surgical Suture; Model/Catalog Number: PSN8698P (HSI Item No. 600-5659); Product Description: Sterile, synthetic, nonabsorbable, monofilament 5-0 blue polypropylene surgical suture, 18-inch length, with C-3 premium reverse-cutting 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
33
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
41 Weaver Rd, Denver, Pennsylvania, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
Z-0338-2027

In the FDA's words

Description
Generic Name: Perma Sharp Sutures; Generic Name: Polypropylene Nonabsorbable Surgical Suture; Model/Catalog Number: PSN8698P (HSI Item No. 600-5659); Product Description: Sterile, synthetic, nonabsorbable, monofilament 5-0 blue polypropylene surgical suture, 18-inch length, with C-3 premium reverse-cutting needle. Component: N/A; Products lack 510(k) clearance. Model/Catalog Number: PSN8698P (HSI Item No. 600-5659); UDI-DI: 10889950001957; Lot Number: 0624014HF; Distribution: Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Uganda, and the Cayman Islands. Affected quantity: 33
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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