Covidien, LP recalls Covidien EndoStitch" Polysorb Single Use Loading Unit
- Recalling company
- Covidien, LP
- Product
- Covidien EndoStitch" Polysorb Single Use Loading Unit; Product numbers: 170053 and 170071;
- Reason
- The presence of holes in the pouch may compromise the package s ability to maintain the sterile barrier and protect the product from environmental exposure.
- Classification
- Class II – may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences
- Recall date
- Apr 15, 2026
- Reported
- Jun 10, 2026
- Distribution
- Domestic: Nationwide distribution; International: Austria, Canada, Denmark, France, Italy;
- Status
- Ongoing
- Quantity
- 2448 units
- Lot / codes
- 1. Product Number: 170053; UDI-DI: 10884521126732; UPN: 20884521126739; Lot number: J5L2332Y; 2. Product Number: 170071; UDI-DI: 10884521126787; UPN: 20884521126784; Lot number: J5H2924Y;
- Company location
- North Haven, CT
- Recall type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Recall number
- Z-2281-2026
- Agency
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
View official FDA notice ↗ Search recall number Z-2281-2026 in the FDA Enforcement Report. Also see FDA recall press releases.
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