Ethicon, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2022 - (Recall #: Z-1773-2022)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2022.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Code Z771D 4-0 PDS Suture, Violet, 8x18" (45cm), SH-1 Control Release Needles

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: August 8, 2022

Date Posted: September 28, 2022

Recall Number: Z-1773-2022

Event ID: 90764

Reason for Recall:

Product may contain the incorrect material which could impact treatment.

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity: 88 boxes (1056 ea)

Code Information:

UDI-DI (GTIN): 10705031061705 (individual unit); 30705031061709 (sales unit box) Product Number: Z771D; Lot No: SAMPAL

Distribution Pattern:

Distribution in Japan only

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated