# Major Recall Alert: Cataract Pack Recalled Due to Quality Issue with Ophthalmic Drapes
If you or your healthcare provider use the **Cataract Pack** by Cardinal Health, there is an important recall you need to know about. Cardinal Health has issued a recall starting **August 25, 2025**, due to a quality issue involving the ophthalmic drape included in certain production lots. This alert impacts **lot # 6474LR3300 of item OPD1059ANS**, distributed by Atlanta Healthcare Services Inc.
Here’s everything you need to know about this crucial product recall and how to stay informed for your safety.
## Why This Recall is Important
The issue with the **Cataract Pack’s ophthalmic drape** is that **some units are missing the aperture (opening)** in the incise material of the drape. The drape, measuring **48x51 inches**, is designed to have an oval aperture in the fluid pouch for surgical procedures. This defect can compromise the integrity and functionality of the drape, potentially posing risks during cataract surgery.
For patients undergoing cataract procedures, quality and sterility of surgical tools are critical for positive outcomes. A missing aperture in the ophthalmic drape could lead to **surgical complications** or disrupt the procedure, which is why addressing this issue promptly is essential.
## Details of the Recall
The following are the key details of this product recall:
- **Product Category**: Cataract Pack
- **Product Name**: Cataract Pack with ophthamic drape
- **Affected Lot Number**: #6474LR3300
- **Item Reference Number**: OPD1059ANS
- **Issue Identified**: Missing aperture in the incise material of the ophthalmic drape
- **Distributor**: Atlanta Healthcare Services Inc.
- **Recall Start Date**: **August 25, 2025**
For **healthcare providers** and distributors, it is essential to check your inventory for the affected lot number and discontinue use of the impacted products immediately.
The official recall notice from the Government of Canada can be found [here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/cataract-pack).
## What You Should Do
If you have purchased or are using **Cataract Packs**, follow these steps to ensure safety:
1. **Check the Lot Number**: Confirm if your product is from the affected **lot #6474LR3300**.
2. **Discontinue Use**: Stop using the impacted drapes immediately if you identify the affected items in your inventory.
3. **Contact Your Distributor**: Notify your supplier or Cardinal Health directly to arrange a return or replacement of the defective product.
4. **Alert Healthcare Providers**: Make sure all personnel involved in cataract surgeries are aware of this recall to prevent use of the impacted drapes.
5. **Follow Regulatory Updates**: Stay up-to-date with recall information provided by Cardinal Health or government agencies.
For further questions or support, reach out to Cardinal Health or Atlanta Healthcare Services Inc. through their official customer service channels.
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