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Medline Anterior Hip Pack Recall Affects 14,379 Kits With Olympus Biopsy Valves (2026)

Medline Industries, LP recalled 14,379 anterior hip pack kits distributed nationwide after Olympus biopsy valves showed rubber fragment detachment. The defect can release fragments into the patient’s airway, risking a foreign body in the tracheobronchial tree and prolonging procedures. Stop using the kit and follow recall instructions from Medline and your healthcare provider.

Official notice
MedlineHealth & Personal CareMedical DevicesUDI-DI 10195327377496UDI-DI 40195327377497LOT 23LMD300

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA DEVICE
Recall date
February 16, 2026
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
February 16, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Medline
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
Medline
Product type
Biopsy valve kit
Model numbers
UDI-DI 10195327377496, UDI-DI 40195327377497, LOT 23LMD300
Sold at
Multiple Retailers
Where affected
ALL

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    February 16, 2026

  2. Reported by FDA DEVICE

    April 8, 2026

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 15, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Kits contain recalled Olympus biopsy valves. Olympus is investigating an increase in complaints associated with rubber fragment detachment in the slit of single use biopsy valves. Potential consequences associated with detachment of fragments from valve include foreign body in patient's tracheobronchial tree, which may require intervention for removal. Other potential consequences include inflammatory response, hypoxia, and prolongation of procedure.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Medline Industries, LP or your healthcare provider for instructions

About This Product

The Medline anterior hip pack kit is a surgical supply used in hip arthroscopy procedures. It contains disposable biopsy valves supplied by Olympus.

Why This Is Dangerous

Rubber fragments detaching from single-use Olympus biopsy valves can become a foreign body in the airway, potentially requiring removal and causing inflammation or hypoxia.

Industry Context

This recall is not presented as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals and providers must halt use immediately, manage patient safety risk, and coordinate with Medline for refunds or replacements.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Verify kit contains Olympus biopsy valves
  2. Check for LOT 23LMD300 on packaging

Where to find product info

Packaging and accompanying recall notices; FDA recall page and Medline instructions

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take several weeks after submission of a claim, depending on Medline’s processing schedule

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate with hospital procurement, document all communications
  • File a complaint with FDA MedWatch if disputes delay resolution
  • Consider contacting the CPSC if consumer products misuse is involved

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify supplier recalls before procurement
  • Check UDI-DI codes and lot numbers for all valve components
  • Prefer suppliers with clear recall handling policies and rapid replacement programs
  • Maintain an updated recall contact log for each device type

Documentation advice

Keep copies of recall notices, purchase records, correspondence with Medline, and any incident reports.

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Product Details

Model numbers/lot codes: UDI-DI 10195327377496 (EA); 40195327377497 (CS); Lot 23LMD300. Distribution: US nationwide. Sold to healthcare facilities. When sold: Unknown. Price: Unknown.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 14,379 kits recalled total
  • US nationwide distribution
  • Recalled Olympus biopsy valves inside kits
  • High-hazard recall with potential for serious medical intervention
  • Stop-use-immediately and follow manufacturer instructions

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPETS
Injury Types
CHOKINGSUFFOCATIONOTHER

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
UDI-DI 10195327377496
UDI-DI 40195327377497
LOT 23LMD300
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 8, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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