medical Class II Updated 2024-11-13

American Surgical Company, LLC recalls Americot 20-01S (1/4" x 1/4") or 6mm x 6mm: Neurological sp

Recalled Product

Americot 20-01S (1/4" x 1/4") or 6mm x 6mm: Neurological sponges for use in the protection of neural tissue during surgery. Ref: 20-01S ¿ x ¿ inches or 6mm x 6mm) Component: N/A


Hazard / Issue

Product defect where the X-ray detectable barium strip (aka radio-opaque marker) becomes detached from the sponge (pattie). May delay surgical process as the surgeon may require extra time to remove the markers from the surgical field.

Issued by

FDA

Affected States: CA, IA, IL, MN, MO, NY, OH, VA
Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI: 10749915000039 Lot Number Expiration Date: 2023/03 AQ 2028/03/31; 2023/06 AP 2028/06/30; 2023/10 BO 2028/10/31; 2023/12 AY 2028/12/31; 2024/05 AE 2029/05/31; 2024/06 AQ 2029/06/30
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