Medline Neuro Sponges Recall - Elevated Endotoxin Risk
Summary
Health Canada issued a Type II recall for Medline Neuro Sponges (Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable) due to potential out-of-specification endotoxin levels. Affected products include all lots of eight model numbers (NEUROSPNG05, 02, 13, 06, 07, 14, 09, 11). Elevated endotoxin levels may require medical or surgical intervention, though the likelihood of adverse health consequences is considered remote. Healthcare facilities must destroy recalled products immediately.
What changed
Health Canada issued a Type II medical device recall for Medline Neuro Sponges due to potential out-of-specification endotoxin levels. All lots of eight model numbers are affected. The recall was initiated by Medline Industries, LP (Northfield, Illinois) and published on March 30, 2026.
Healthcare facilities and providers using these sponges must immediately identify affected products, cease use, and destroy them. While the likelihood of adverse health consequences is considered remote, elevated endotoxin levels could potentially require medical or surgical intervention if patient exposure occurred. Facilities should review their inventory management systems and procurement records to ensure complete removal of affected lots.
What to do next
- Destroy all recalled Medline Neuro Sponges (all lots, models NEUROSPNG05, 02, 13, 06, 07, 14, 09, 11)
- Cease use of affected products and quarantine remaining inventory
- Report any adverse health consequences potentially related to endotoxin exposure to Health Canada
Penalties
Health product recall - non-compliance may result in regulatory enforcement action
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Health product recall
Medline Neuro Sponges
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2026-04-09
Summary
Product Medline Neuro Sponges Issue Medical devices - Sterility What to do Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information.
Affected products
| Affected products | Lot or serial number | Model or catalogue number |
|---|---|---|
| Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable | All lots. | NEUROSPNG05 |
| Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable | All lots. | NEUROSPNG02 |
| Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable | All lots. | NEUROSPNG13 |
| Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable | All lots. | NEUROSPNG06 |
| Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable | All lots. | NEUROSPNG07 |
| Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable | All lots. | NEUROSPNG14 |
| Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable | All lots. | NEUROSPNG09 |
| Gauze Sponges, X-Ray Detectable | All lots. | NEUROSPNG11 |
Issue
Specific item(s) and lot(s) of Medline neuro sponges are recalled due to a potential out-of-specification for endotoxin. Elevated endotoxin levels may present potential health risks that could require medical or surgical intervention. The likelihood of adverse health consequences is considered remote. Customers are advised to destroy the recalled products.
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Details
Original published date:
2026-04-09
Alert / recall type Health product recall Category Health products - Medical devices - General and plastic surgery Companies Medline Industries, LP
Three Lakes Drive, Northfield, Illinois, United States, 60093
Published by Health Canada Audience General public Healthcare Industry Recall class Type II Recall date
2026-03-30
Identification number RA-81871
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