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Smiths Medical ASD Inc. recalls Jelco(R) ViaValve(TM) safety intravenous (I.V.) catheters, 18G x 1 1/4", Model Number REF 3265, MOD 10 The Jelco(R)
Recalled May 1, 2019 · FDA recall Z-1218-2019 · Smiths Medical ASD
Hazard
Several lots of Jelco¿ ViaValve" safety intravenous (I.V.) catheters exhibited a V shaped puncture at the base of the catheter near the hub due to an adjustment that was made in the manufacturing process. · FDA Class II
Units
136,600 units
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Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Description
Several lots of Jelco¿ ViaValve" safety intravenous (I.V.) catheters exhibited a V shaped puncture at the base of the catheter near the hub due to an adjustment that was made in the manufacturing process.
Product
Jelco(R) ViaValve(TM) safety intravenous (I.V.) catheters, 18G x 1 1/4", Model Number REF 3265, MOD 10 The Jelco(R) ViaValve(TM) safety I.V. catheter is a sterile, non pyrogenic, single use, radiopaque intravascular catheter device used for the administration of medically prescribed fluids, designed to reduce the risk of accidental secondary needle sticks.
Manufacturer(s)
Smiths Medical ASD Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →