On (b)(6) 2018, the user facility reported that a cardio-vascular surgeon finished a case and noticed a strike-through, there was blood around his elbow.The gown was not returned for evaluation.A level iii gown is the recommended choice of barrier protection for the case that was performed.The sales/customer representative and the general manger reviewed the packs the hospital receives and it was discovered that they receive level ii and level iv gowns.Novo health services is working with the facility to add level iii gowns to their inventory.It was discussed with the facility the importance of returning any product that a discrepancy has been noted.There has been no further information provided.
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