Moderate riskFDA DeviceClass II

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

Henry Schein Inc. is recalling Perma Sharp sterile, absorbable PGA surgical sutures (6-0 violet, 18-inch, model PSN387V, HSI Item No. 600-9683) because the products lack FDA 510(k) clearance. Sixteen units are affected, distributed in the U.S. and in Canada, Uganda, and the Cayman Islands. No injuries have been reported.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗

What to do

  1. Set aside any Perma Sharp PSN387V sutures from lots 0925007HF or 0925020HF (UDI-DI 10889950001254) and do not use them on patients.
  2. The notice does not specify a remedy; contact Henry Schein Inc. for instructions on returns or replacement.

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: PSN387V (HSI Item No. 600-9683); Product Description: Sterile, synthetic, absorbable, braided 6-0 violet polyglycolic acid (PGA) surgical suture, 18-inch length, with C-22 16.2 mm, 3/8-circle 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
16
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
41 Weaver Rd, Denver, Pennsylvania, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
Z-0345-2027

In the FDA's words

Description
Generic Name: Perma Sharp Sutures; Generic Name: PGA Absorbable Surgical Suture; Model/Catalog Number: PSN387V (HSI Item No. 600-9683); Product Description: Sterile, synthetic, absorbable, braided 6-0 violet polyglycolic acid (PGA) surgical suture, 18-inch length, with C-22 16.2 mm, 3/8-circle reverse-cutting needle. Component: N/A; Products lack 510(k) clearance. Model/Catalog Number: PSN387V (HSI Item No. 600-9683); UDI-DI: 10889950001254; Lot Numbers: 0925007HF, 0925020HF; Distribution: Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide and the countries of Canada, Uganda, and the Cayman Islands. Affected quantity: 16
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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