Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- January 30, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- Medline Industries, LP, Cardinal Health, Medline
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Unknown
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL, PREGNANT, PREGNANT
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Medline Industries, LP, Cardinal Health, Medline
- Product type
- Chest Drainage Unit
- Model numbers
- DYNJ902487A, DYNJ908126, DYNJ910851
- Sold at
- Unknown
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
January 30, 2026
Reported by FDA DEVICE
March 18, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
The instructions for use (IFUs) on specified Cardinal Health Chest Drainage Units (CDUs) and accessories have been updated to clarify the intended target patient population as adults, 18 years and older.
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. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
Chest drainage units are used in surgical settings to remove air and fluids from the chest. They support post-operative care in cardiac procedures.
Why This Is Dangerous
The recall centers on clarified adult-only target population in the device IFUs. This affects labeling and may influence patient selection and usage.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the notice.
Real-World Impact
Facilities must stop use for affected units and verify alignment with updated IFUs. No injuries reported in the notice, but operational disruption and potential documentation burden exist.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check model numbers against DYNJ902487A, DYNJ908126, DYNJ910851
- Review attached lot numbers: 22KMG297, 22FMA481, 21IMG797, 21HMG569, 21HMB801
- Compare IFU language to confirm 18+ adult target population
Where to find product info
FDA recall page linked in enforcement report and Medline recall communications
What timeline to expect
Processing and remediation timelines vary by facility; 4-8 weeks is a common framework
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Escalate to hospital compliance department
- Contact Medline customer service for escalation
- Document all communications
How to prevent similar issues
- Verify labeling updates before procurement
- Request updated IFUs with new adult-target guidance
- Maintain device inventory with recall identifiers
Documentation advice
Keep copies of recall notices, model/lot numbers, correspondence with Medline and facility records
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Product Details
Product: Aqua-Seal Chest Drainage Unit. Brand: Cardinal Health via Medline Industries, LP. Models: DYNJ902487A; DYNJ908126; DYNJ910851. UDI-DI: 10193489496635. Lot numbers include 22KMG297, 22FMA481, 21IMG797, 21HMG569, 21HMB801. Quantity: 2894 units. Distribution: Worldwide, including United States (California), Chile, Panama.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents are described in the provided notice.
Key Facts
- 2894 units recalled worldwide
- Models: DYNJ902487A, DYNJ908126, DYNJ910851
- Lot numbers: 22KMG297, 22FMA481, 21IMG797, 21HMG569, 21HMB801
- IFUs updated to specify adults 18 years and older
- CA state distribution included
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