State
73,088 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach Rhode Island. 3,046 additional recalls listed Rhode Island specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 3,046 recalls naming Rhode Island we have scored against our rubric, 221 (7%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 572 (19%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 3,046 recalls whose distribution notice names Rhode Island specifically. The 73,088 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
Medline urine kit specimen containers labeled as sterile are actually non-sterile. This risks sample contamination, infection, and unnecessary treatment.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard KIT, TOTAL KNEE medical convenience kits due to loose metal flakes in sponge forceps and towel clamps that could contaminate surgical sites.
Halyard AORTA PACK surgical kits are recalled because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ANGIO ARTERIOGRAM PACK surgical kits due to metal flakes that may detach from forceps and clamps. Metal fragments could enter a patient's surgical site and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard RAD PACK medical convenience kits containing sponge forceps and towel clamps. Small metal flakes may detach and enter surgical sites, potentially causing foreign body or local tissue reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard CATH LAB PACK surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamp components may shed loose metal flakes that could enter a patient's surgical site, posing a risk of local or foreign body reactions.
Stryker is recalling smoke evacuation pencils used in electrosurgery that may activate without manual input, creating a risk of electrical burns to patients or healthcare providers.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ENT surgical convenience kits due to potential metal flakes from forceps and clamps that could enter a patient's surgical site. Metal flakes may cause local or foreign body reactions during surgery.
AVID Medical recalled Halyard POST PARTUM TUBAL LIGATION surgical kit components due to loose metal flakes that could detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. Metal flakes entering a patient's surgical site could cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard TAH-BUNDLE medical kits with sponge forceps and towel clamps. Loose metal flakes may detach and enter surgical sites, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard CYSTO PDS medical convenience kits due to loose metal flakes that may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could enter a surgical site and cause foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Pacemaker Instrument Packs (Model VAPX040-01) because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site during procedures.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Pacemaker Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter patient surgical sites.
Stryker has recalled over 1.1 million Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils due to potential unintended activation that may cause electrical burns to patients and surgical staff. The device may activate without user input or remain active after buttons are released.
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 500 mL EVA containers (REF 66050) used for intravenous administration because a limited number have been found to leak during filling. Affected lots were distributed nationwide and to Canada.
The Metrix Company is recalling VYGON 250 mL IV fluid containers that have been found to leak during filling. Leaking containers cannot properly contain intravenous fluid.
Medline is recalling 69,611 single-use iris scissors because the tip protector may fall off during packaging, compromising the sterile barrier. Affected units were distributed nationwide to 20 states.
The Metrix Company is recalling Imed EVA 500 mL IV bags because a limited number have been found to leak during filling. Affected lots were distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Canada.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Pacemaker Drape surgical instruments because metal flakes may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. Loose metal fragments could enter surgical sites undetected and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ORAL SURGERY HEAD medical convenience kits (Model SAMM029-15) due to potential loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps and enter the surgical site, posing risk of local or foreign body reactions.
The MEERA CL surgical operating table may fail to respond when error code 50037 occurs on its IR-Hand Control, causing the table to stop moving during procedures and resulting in procedural delays.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Open Heart Pack Main surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site.
Medline Industries is recalling over 626,000 urine collection kits due to specimen containers labeled as sterile but identified as non-sterile. The defect may result in unnecessary treatment or prolonged hospitalization.
Medline is recalling CARROLLTON HIP FX surgical kits due to incomplete seals on items within the kit. Affected units contain Lot Number 24EBP466 and were distributed in Tennessee.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard SPINE surgical kits (Model EUOR004-02) due to loose metal flakes that may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could potentially enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.