Ritmed Neurological Sponges
AMD Medicom recalls Ritmed Neurological Sponges (7+ variants) over elevated endotoxin risk.
Check your inventory for Ritmed Neurological Sponges with the REF codes listed in the FDA recall notice. Immediately quarantine any affected product and contact AMD Medicom Inc. for return and replacement instructions.
Why it was recalled
AMD Medicom Inc. is recalling Ritmed Neurological Sponges in 7+ variants (sizes 0.5x0.5in to 1.0x3.0in, sterile and non-sterile) because they may not consistently meet endotoxin specifications for devices contacting cerebrospinal fluid. Elevated endotoxin levels could lead to neurovascular adverse events, febrile response, local inflammation, hypotension, or nausea. The full list of affected REF codes is available on the FDA recall page.
Is mine affected?
Check the model, lot, or serial number on the device or its packaging. Yours is affected if it matches one below.
| Product | UPC | Recall # |
|---|---|---|
| Ritmed Neurological Sponges, Description/REF | 20686864043205 | Z-2458-2026 |
| Ritmed Neurological Sponges, 0.75x0.75in, Sterile, REF: 85995C | 10686864044465 | Z-2459-2026 |
Where it was sold
Distributed in California, Illinois, Montana, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
Official source
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · last updated 2026-07-28 · primary source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification