Supply Issue Medtronic Limited Surgical Sutures (ICN 1966)
Important Customer Notice Update
Ref: 2023/1966
ICN Number: 1966
- The supplier Medtronic Limited has informed us the supply issue is ongoing.
- The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 30 November 2023.
- See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
- The supplier Medtronic Limited has informed us of an update to the supply issue with its Surgical Sutures products across their V-loc range products.
- The 28 affected product codes are currently available to order, however, please expect further disruptions as supply will be intermittent.
- Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
- See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
- The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 30 June 2023.
Change:
- The supplier Medtronic Limited has informed us of a supply issue with its Surgical Sutures products across their V-loc range products.
- There are 28 product codes affected at present, however, please expect further disruptions.
- The supply issue is due to manufacturing delays.
Impact:
- The affected product codes are still available to order on intermittent supply basis.
- Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
- See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
- The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 31 January 2023.
Next Steps:
- Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
- If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.