Barbed Sutures And The Potential Risk Of Small Bowel Obstruction

Recall Summary Barbed sutures distributed across Canada are being recalled due to a risk that they could cause small bowel obstruction. This complication can occur when the barbs on the sutures catch or irritate the small intestine during or after surgical procedures. The recall affects medical facilities and healthcare providers nationwide that received these sutures.

Reason

Medical devices

Category

drug recall

Country

Canada

Agency

HC-DRUGS

Recall date

2018-05-31

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DRUGS

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/b51f972b-4671-40c3-bf9e-b65fced2306f