FDA Recall Terminated

US Safire Duo Ablation Catheter MediGuide Enabled, REF A700240 and Cool Path Duo Ablation Catheter, MediGuide Enabled REF A700244, Rx only, Sterile EO. The catheters are intended for use with a compatible external irrigation pump and the IBI-15500T9-CP RF Generator at a maximum of 50 Watts. MediGuide Enabled Ablation catheters are used with the MediGuide Technology to enable real-time tip positioning and navigation and in conjunction the the EnSite Velocity System. The MediGuide Technology is indicated for use as an adjunct to fluoroscopy.

Recall: Z-0174-2014 · Initiated October 11, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0174-2014
Event Number
66597
Firm
St. Jude Medical
FEI Number
3005334138
Product Code
OAD
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Error in labeling
Initiated
October 11, 2013
Posted
November 6, 2013
Terminated
March 10, 2016
Address
5050 Nathan Ln N, Plymouth, MN, 55442-3209

Description

US Safire Duo Ablation Catheter MediGuide Enabled, REF A700240 and Cool Path Duo Ablation Catheter, MediGuide Enabled REF A700244, Rx only, Sterile EO. The catheters are intended for use with a compatible external irrigation pump and the IBI-15500T9-CP RF Generator at a maximum of 50 Watts. MediGuide Enabled Ablation catheters are used with the MediGuide Technology to enable real-time tip positioning and navigation and in conjunction the the EnSite Velocity System. The MediGuide Technology is indicated for use as an adjunct to fluoroscopy.

Reason

St. Jude Medical Cardiovascular and Ablation Technologies Division is performing a voluntary notification regarding selected batches of Coolpath Duo Ablation Catheter MediGuide Enabled products and Safire Duo Ablation Catheter MediGuide Enabled. These units were inadvertently shipped with the incorrect version of the Instructions for Use (IFU).

Action

The firm, St. Jude Medical (SJM), sent a "Urgent Medical Device Notice" dated 11 October 2013 to its consignees. The letter described the problem, the product involved in the recall and the actions to be taken. The consignees were instructed to discard the IFU received with the batches and replace it with the IFU received in conjunction with the notification letter. SJM has determined that it is acceptable to continue using these devices as long as the product is used in accordance with the IFU. If you have any questions, contact Vice President, Quality, at 651-756-5402.

Distribution

US distribution: KS, MA, UT,TX, KY, OH.

Quantity

59