Recall Z-0534-2018 — Covidien Vistec" X-Ray Detectable Sponges, 7317 Vistec" X-Ray Detectable Sponges Sponge. product Usage: Vistec X-Ray Detectable Sponges are medical absorbent devices intended to be used internally within the body cavity to control bleeding or for applying medication. These sponges contain uniq
U.S. FDA — Device Enforcement · United States · 2017-07-17 · Class II
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Reported risk: Medtronic is voluntarily recalling two production lots of its Covidien Vistec" x-ray detectable sponges de to possible contamination with human blood caused by handling of the product during the manufacturing process and prior to final packaging and Ethylene Oxide sterilization.
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