FDA Recall Terminated

DURAMAX 15.5 F x 22 cm Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Set (With Cuff 17 cm from Tip), DuraMax Stacked Tip 22 cm Str. Basic Kit, Catalog No./REF 10302802, STERILE --- AngioDynamics, Inc. 603 Queensbury, NY USA 12804. The AngioDynamics DuraMax Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter is indicated for use in attaining long-term vascular access for Hemodialysis and apheresis.

Recall: Z-0586-2012 · Initiated January 24, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0586-2012
Event Number
59833
Firm
Angiodynamics, Inc.
FEI Number
1319211
Product Code
MSD
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
January 24, 2011
Posted
January 11, 2012
Terminated
February 2, 2016
Address
603 Queensbury Avenue, Queensbury, NY, 12804

Description

DURAMAX 15.5 F x 22 cm Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Set (With Cuff 17 cm from Tip), DuraMax Stacked Tip 22 cm Str. Basic Kit, Catalog No./REF 10302802, STERILE --- AngioDynamics, Inc. 603 Queensbury, NY USA 12804. The AngioDynamics DuraMax Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter is indicated for use in attaining long-term vascular access for Hemodialysis and apheresis.

Reason

AngioDynamics received customer complaints for breakage of the tunneler sleeve during product use.

Action

The firm, AngioDynamics, sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated January 28, 2011 and response form via Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested, to its customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to identify and segregate the recalled lots; complete and return the enclosed DuraMax HemoDialysis Catheter Recall Reply Form via fax to: Attn: DuraMax HemoDialysis Catheter Recall Coordinator at 518-798-1360 (even if they don't have any product); and do not use the affected product, return and ship the recalled product to ANGIODYNAMICS (replacement product will be shipped upon receipt and confirmation of the returned product). If the customers are in immediate need for replacement product, they should fax the completed Recall Reply Form, along with a copy of the product label, to Customer Service at (518) 798-1360 or call us at (800) 772-6446, x1358 or x1363. If you have any additional questions or concerns or need more detailed instruction on how to comply with this notice, please do not hesitate to contact your local sales representative or call ANGIODYNAMICS customer service at 1-800-772-6446 or email to: [email protected].

Distribution

Nationwide distribution.

Quantity

12 units