The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2631-2024·Announced 2024-09-04

Medline procedure packs with syringes recalled due to leaks and breakage

Medline Industries recalled procedure packs containing Shenli syringes due to leaks, breakage, and quality defects. The recalled units were distributed worldwide and may pose a risk to patient health.

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: FDA Class II classification applies. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. The hazard—leaks and breakage in medical syringes—represents a significant risk of harm, warranting a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Medline Industries, LP has recalled procedure packs containing Shenli syringes due to manufacturing defects. The recalled products include CVC DOUBLE LUMEN 16CM packs (Pack Number ECVC8105) and VANTEX 7FR 3L 20CM CVC BUNDLE US packs (Pack Number ECVC8045).

These syringes are affected by an FDA Safety Alert issued on March 19, 2024, regarding plastic syringes with leaks, breakage, and other quality issues. These defects may pose a risk to patient health.

A total of 1,679,067 units were distributed worldwide. The specific affected lot numbers are: ECVC8105 (Lot Numbers 2023052690 and 2023100490) and ECVC8045 (Lot Number 2023110990).

Healthcare facilities and clinicians should stop using affected products immediately and contact Medline Industries for instructions on replacement or return of the recalled materials.

The recalled product

Product
Medline procedure packs containing Shenli syringes, labeled as follows: 1) CVC DOUBLE LUMEN 16CM, Pack Number ECVC8105; 2) VANTEX 7FR 3L 20CM CVC BUNDLE US, Pack Number ECVC8045
Manufacturer
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Hazard
  • leakage
  • breakage
  • device-defect

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 (5)

  • ECVC8105
  • Lot Number 2023052690
  • Lot Number 2023100490
  • ECVC8045
  • Lot Number 2023110990

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.