Custom Procedure Packs With Non-x-ray Detectable Cylindrical Sponges (2021-04-07)

Recall Summary Custom Procedure Packs containing non-X-ray detectable cylindrical sponges are being recalled because these sponges cannot be seen on X-ray images, which creates a risk if they are accidentally left inside a patient during surgery. The sponges were distributed across Canada in medical procedure packs. This recall affects healthcare facilities and surgical centers that received these products.

Reason

Medical devices

Classification

Class I

Category

drug recall

Country

Canada

Agency

HC-DEVICES

Recall date

2021-04-22

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DEVICES

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/3c1f0f31-22f0-4ce7-987e-e0c732515989