Medline Bilateral Micro Vasectomy Reversal Kit recalled for catheter defects
What this means
Medline identified quality issues in certain batches of its Bilateral Micro Vasectomy Reversal Kit (SKU DYNJ68302). Problems include surface irregularities on catheters, premature detachment of catheter connectors, and diameter inconsistencies. No injuries have been reported.
- Check if you have one of the affected lot numbers (24CBL413, 24ABX694, 23JBY172, 23IBI716, 23DBG873, 23BBR326, 23ABH376, 22KBS634, 22JBS743, 22FBT429, 22BBZ842, 22BBK836, 21BBG579, 21ABO658).
- If you have an affected kit, contact Medline for guidance on your specific situation.
- Do not use the kit if you have confirmed it matches an affected lot number.
The agency's original wording
During an internal review, Medline identified representative samples did not meet applicable performance specifications. Identified issues include irregularities in catheter surface finish, instances where the catheter connector detached prematurely from the catheter funnel, and limited cases where the catheter outer diameter did not meet specification.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2489-2026More Medline recalls
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