Riverpoint Medical, LLC: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-0347-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Polyglycolic-Lactic Acid Absorbable Surgical Suture Label reads in part "Coated VILET *** (Polyglacin 910) Suture UNDYED BRANDED V423 *** Riverpoint ***" PGLA surgical suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in opthalmic procedures, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological tissues

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 13, 2012

Date Posted: November 27, 2013

Recall Number: Z-0347-2014

Event ID: 65584

Reason for Recall:

Riverpoint Medical is recalling PGLA Surgical Suture (Vilet) because the label indicates the suture is undyed and it is actually a violet colored suture.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 1932 pieces

Code Information:

Lot 120716-01

Distribution Pattern:

US Distribution in the states of: AZ, FL, and TX.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated