Medical Action Industries Inc recalls Blue OR Towels, X-Ray Detectable, Sterile, 2 Towels per/pk; 48pk/Cs and 4 Towels per/pk; (20pk/Cs). Intended for packin…

Recall date

April 19, 2017

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2102-2017

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Medical Action Industries Inc

Sold / distributed

AR, IN and NV.

Why it was recalled

Lint present on sterile Operating Room Towels.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Blue OR Towels, X-Ray Detectable, Sterile, 2 Towels per/pk; 48pk/Cs and 4 Towels per/pk; (20pk/Cs). Intended for packing and absorption externally or within patient wounds in various procedures or surgical cases.