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Covidien LLC recalls Palindrome Precision Chronic Catheter Kit Symmetrical Tip 14.5 Fr/Ch (4.8mm) X 33 cm Item Number: 8888145017P The P
Recalled December 2, 2015 · FDA recall Z-0330-2016 · Covidien
Hazard
Incorrectly packaged with a 90 degree bend at the distal tip · FDA Class II
Units
160 units
Sold at
Worldwide distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Canada, Belgium, Chile, Panama, Denmark, France, Germany , Netherlands,Spain, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.
Description
Incorrectly packaged with a 90 degree bend at the distal tip
Product
Palindrome Precision Chronic Catheter Kit Symmetrical Tip 14.5 Fr/Ch (4.8mm) X 33 cm Item Number: 8888145017P The Palindrome chronic catheter is intended for acute and chronic hemodialysis, apheresis, and infusion. It may be inserted either percutaneously or by cutdown. Catheters grater than 40 cm implant length are indicated for femoral insertion.
Manufacturer(s)
Covidien LLC
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →