Ethicon, Inc. recalls PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Code Z771D 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x18" (45cm), SH-1 Control Release Needles
Product may contain the incorrect material which could impact treatment.
Read the official notice →- Date
- 2022-09-28
- Country
- United States
- Brand
- Ethicon
- Product
- PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Code Z771D 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x18" (45cm), SH-1 Control Release Needles
- Classification
- Class II
- Units
- Distribution in Japan only
- Category
- Drugs & medical
- Source
- FDA · Device
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