Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Polyglycolic-Lactic Acid Absorbable Surgical Suture Label reads in part "Coated Recalled by Riverpoint Medical, LLC Due to Riverpoint Medical is recalling PGLA Surgical Suture (Vilet)...

Date: December 13, 2012
Company: Riverpoint Medical, LLC
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Riverpoint Medical, LLC directly.

Affected Products

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

Quantity: 1932 pieces

Why Was This Recalled?

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

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 3 states: AZ, FL, TX

Affected (3 states)Not affected

About Riverpoint Medical, LLC

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report