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PROLENE

ETHICON, LLC · Model 8656G · UDI-DI 10705031018501

GAW Prescription
1
510(k) clearances
20,303
Adverse events (226 deaths)
33
Recalls
112
Facilities

Description

Blue Monofilament (Polypropylene), Nonabsorbable Surgical Suture

Recalls

DateFirmReason
2026-09-17Henry Schein Inc.Products lack 510(k) clearance.
2026-09-17Henry Schein Inc.Products lack 510(k) clearance.
2026-09-17Henry Schein Inc.Products lack 510(k) clearance.
2026-09-17Henry Schein Inc.Products lack 510(k) clearance.
2026-09-17Henry Schein Inc.Products lack 510(k) clearance.
2026-06-24Covidien, LPProduct may contain a perforation or tear in the sterile barrier packaging. This issue may result in biocontamination of the sterile sutures, which may lead to infection, loss of v
2026-06-24Covidien, LPProduct may contain a perforation or tear in the sterile barrier packaging. This issue may result in biocontamination of the sterile sutures, which may lead to infection, loss of v
2024-12-20Ethicon, LLCSutures may have an open seal on the primary packaging, due to a manufacturing issue on a specific machine, and if issue is undetected could lead to breach in sterility, could intr
2024-12-20Ethicon, LLCSutures may have an open seal on the primary packaging, due to a manufacturing issue on a specific machine, and if issue is undetected could lead to breach in sterility, could intr
2024-12-20Ethicon, LLCSutures may have an open seal on the primary packaging, due to a manufacturing issue on a specific machine, and if issue is undetected could lead to breach in sterility, could intr

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Data compiled from public U.S. FDA sources (GUDID, 510(k)/PMA, MAUDE, recalls, establishment registration). Adverse-event reports are unverified and do not establish causation. Informational only — not medical, clinical, or regulatory advice.