The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2942-2026·Announced 2026-08-19

Procedure kits with MEDICOM Ritmed Neurological Sponges are recalled due to endotoxin variability.

The FDA is recalling procedure kits containing MEDICOM Ritmed Neurological Sponges because of unexpected variability in endotoxin levels. This affects consumers who have received or plan to receive these kits.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a Class II medical device with potential infection risk from endotoxin variability, but no reported illnesses or injuries. Per the rubric, this qualifies as a moderate risk where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

The FDA is recalling procedure kits containing MEDICOM Ritmed Neurological Sponges due to unexpected variability in endotoxin levels. This safety issue was identified during testing and requires removal from circulation to prevent potential health risks associated with inconsistent microbial contamination.

These kits are used by healthcare professionals in neurological procedures. Any patients or providers who have received or intend to use these specific procedure kits should discontinue use immediately and contact their healthcare facility for guidance.

Consumers are advised to check with their physician or local health authority for specific instructions regarding disposal or return of recalled items. The recall covers all lots distributed nationwide and internationally through Canada.

The recalled product

Product
Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1) FAT GRAFT ADD KIT , Catalog Number: 21-4720B; 2) TRAY FAT GRAFT ADD , Catalog Number: 21-4720C; 3) KIT,BOSC MICROLARYNGOSCOPY , Catalog Number: PECGMLBOB; 4) KIT,ASLMC NASAL PACK , Catalog Number: PECGNAAU8;
Affected units
36,862

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 (20)

  • 1) 21-4720B
  • UDI-DI: 10888439934663(each)
  • 50888439934661(case)
  • Lot Number: 94970
  • 2) 21-4720C
  • UDI-DI: 10197106675793(each)
  • 50197106675791(case)
  • Lot Number: 10339
  • 3) 21-4720C
  • Lot Number: 10586
  • 4) PECGMLBOB
  • UDI-DI: 10197106067406(each)
  • 50197106067404(case)
  • Lot Number: 4366
  • 5) PECGNAAU8
  • UDI-DI: 10197106967706(each)
  • 50197106967704(case)
  • Lot Number: 12206
  • 6) PECGNAAUJ
  • UDI-DI: 10197106894514(each)

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.