The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0316-2017·Announced 2016-11-02

Aesculap Safil Suture Recall Due to Needle Detachment Risk

Aesculap is recalling 180 units of Safil QUI + UNDY 5/0 sutures because the needle may detach from the thread during surgery.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm medical device where the needle may detach during surgery, requiring the wound to be sutured a second time, but no injuries or illnesses have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Aesculap Implant Systems LLC is recalling 180 units of Safil QUI + UNDY 5/0 (1) 45CM DSMP13 Suture (Lot # 115441, Product Code C1046619). The recall was initiated because there is a potential for the needle to detach from the suture thread during surgery.

The affected products were distributed in Arizona. If the needle becomes detached during a procedure, the defective suture will need to be replaced, causing the wound to be sutured a second time.

Healthcare facilities should stop using the affected sutures and contact Aesculap Implant Systems LLC for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Safil QUI + UNDY 5/0 (1) 45CM DSMP13 Suture
Affected units
180

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Lot # 115441 Product Code C1046619

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: