Riverpoint Medical, LLC recalls Polypropylene Surgical Sutures, brand Webglo, for vet use. Product is sterile. Part number: GP8665 Product Usage: For u…

Recall date

August 5, 2016

Source

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

Recall number

Z-2762-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Riverpoint Medical, LLC

Sold / distributed

US Nationwide distribution in the states of ID, MA, OR, NY and in the country of Australia.

Why it was recalled

Polypropylene Surgical Sutures are recalled because the seals may become open during distribution or subsequent packaging.

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

What was recalled

Polypropylene Surgical Sutures, brand Webglo, for vet use. Product is sterile. Part number: GP8665 Product Usage: For use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological surgery.