Recall Z-0681-2019— Medical Action Industries Inc

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Medical Action Industries Inc, initiated 2018-11-27, terminated 2019-02-08. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: Laparotomy Sponge, XR No Loop, Single-Use, Sterile, 18'' x 18'' pre-washed with bands without handles, 5 sponges/pack, 40 packs/case. X-Ray Detectable, 1 Non-Absorbent outer wrap. intended use: Laparotomy sponges are intended for use inside the body, surgical incision, or for application to internal organs or structure to control bleeding, absorb fluid, or protect organs or structures from abrasions, drying, or contamination.. Reason: Potential compromise of product sterility due to breach of sterile barrier..

Recalling firm
Medical Action Industries Inc
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2018-11-27
Terminated
2019-02-08
Firm location
Arden, NC, United States

Product description

Laparotomy Sponge, XR No Loop, Single-Use, Sterile, 18'' x 18'' pre-washed with bands without handles, 5 sponges/pack, 40 packs/case. X-Ray Detectable, 1 Non-Absorbent outer wrap. intended use: Laparotomy sponges are intended for use inside the body, surgical incision, or for application to internal organs or structure to control bleeding, absorb fluid, or protect organs or structures from abrasions, drying, or contamination.

Reason for recall

Potential compromise of product sterility due to breach of sterile barrier.

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