Riverpoint Medical, LLC: Medical Device Recall in 2021 - (Recall #: Z-0949-2021)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2021.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Covidien CV-9590 Velosorb Fast Braided Fast absorbable Suture 14 Metric 36" 90 cm, GS-24 Taper 1/2 40 mm, undyed, UDI: 10884521151307

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 9, 2020

Date Posted: February 10, 2021

Recall Number: Z-0949-2021

Event ID: 87036

Reason for Recall:

Due to a manufacturing error, there is a potential that sutures may exhibit inadequate tensile strength. This could potentially lead to intra-operative and post-operative complications such as suture break or wound dehiscence.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 3060 units

Code Information:

Lot # 19062715X

Distribution Pattern:

US: NJ OUS: Germany, Croatia, Italy, India, Poland and Spain.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated