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Arrow International Inc recalls Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Set with Blue FlexTip Catheter, CS-15853-E Product CVCs are intended to pe
Recalled July 11, 2018 · FDA recall Z-2336-2018 · Arrow International
Hazard
The recalling firm has received complaints related to increased resistance encountered when introducing the CVC over the spring wire guide. This may lead to procedural delay, and there may be need of medical intervention by exchanging the catheter for another CVC catheter. · FDA Class II
Units
1200
Sold at
Distributor in FL. International distribution to Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, France, Greece, and Italy.
Description
The recalling firm has received complaints related to increased resistance encountered when introducing the CVC over the spring wire guide. This may lead to procedural delay, and there may be need of medical intervention by exchanging the catheter for another CVC catheter.
Product
Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Set with Blue FlexTip Catheter, CS-15853-E Product CVCs are intended to permit venous access to the central circulation through a single puncture site by way of the femoral, jugular, or subclavian veins.
Manufacturer(s)
Arrow International Inc
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →