
Health care providers who use ultrasound gels and lotions manufactured by Eco-Med Pharmaceutical, Inc., and distributed by multiple entities under various product names.31, 2021, there have been at least 66 infections, including 60 bloodstream infections associated with these affected products, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The use of affected ultrasound gels and lotions contaminated with Bcc may lead to serious infections, including bloodstream infections, which may result in sepsis or death.Īs of Aug. The FDA independently confirmed that distributed product tested positive for bacterial contamination. Reason for RecallĪll ultrasound gels and lotions manufactured by Eco-Med are being recalled due to risk of bacterial contamination with Burkholderia cepacia complex (Bcc). The gel helps with the transmission of sound waves.
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Ultrasound gel is a clear, water-based gel that is applied to the skin on the area to be examined. Device UseĮco-Med ultrasound gels and lotions are used during an ultrasound test to create images of organs and structures inside the body.

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