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Terumo Medical Corporation recalls SurFlo IV Catheter
Recalled May 10, 2017 · FDA recall Z-1896-2017 · Terumo Medical
Hazard
According to the Terumo (TMC) this device is used to access the human peripheral vascular system for short term use (less than 30 days) for the purpose of infusing fluids into patients. A small percentage of the catheters in the affected lots may have damage to the ETFE catheter which may allow the catheter to break during withdrawal. · FDA Class II
Units
2,478,200
Sold at
US Distribution. This product has been sold to both distribution companies with multiple locations and directly to end users/hospitals in US.
Description
According to the Terumo (TMC) this device is used to access the human peripheral vascular system for short term use (less than 30 days) for the purpose of infusing fluids into patients. A small percentage of the catheters in the affected lots may have damage to the ETFE catheter which may allow the catheter to break during withdrawal.
Product
SurFlo IV Catheter
Manufacturer(s)
Terumo Medical Corporation
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →