Medium risk Medical DevicesClass II

Medline Neuro Sponges Recall

Medline Neuro Sponges, various dimensions, labeled as: 1. Neuro Sponges, Eponges neuro, Neuroesponjas, size 0.25" X 0.25", XR, 10/PK, Medlin

Updated March 19, 2026

Medline Neuro Sponges in multiple sizes have been found to contain higher-than-expected endotoxin levels, which can cause serious reactions if used in sterile surgical procedures. Medline is recalling these sponges because they do not meet safety specifications.

Is the Medline Industries, LP recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by FDA on March 19, 2026. Details below.

What is recalled

Medline Neuro Sponges in the following sizes and SKUs: 0.25" X 0.25" (SKU NEUROSPNG02), 0.5" X 0.5" (SKU NEUROSPNG05), 0.5" X 1" (SKU NEUROSPNG06), 0.5" X 1.5" (SKU NEUROSPNG07), 0.5" X 3" (SKU NEUROSPNG09), 0.75" X 0.75" (SKU NEUROSPNG11), 1" X 1" (SKU NEUROSPNG13), and 1" X 3" (SKU NEUROSPNG14). All are packaged in 10-packs (10/PK) and labeled "XR" and/or "LF".

Am I affected

You're affected if you use or have Medline Neuro Sponges with any of the SKU numbers listed above (NEUROSPNG02, NEUROSPNG05, NEUROSPNG06, NEUROSPNG07, NEUROSPNG09, NEUROSPNG11, NEUROSPNG13, or NEUROSPNG14) in your surgical facility or medical practice.

What to do right now

Stop using these sponges immediately. Contact Medline Industries directly to arrange return or replacement of affected product. Do not use them in any sterile procedures.

The hazard

During an internal review, Medline identified higher-than-expected endotoxin levels on a representative Medline neuro sponge product, indicating that in-market product may be out-of-specification for endotoxin.

Brands affected

Source
FDA
Category
Medical Devices
Recall ID
fda-Z-2008-2026
Classification
Class II
Recalled
March 19, 2026
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