FDA Recall Terminated

Fast-Cath Transseptal Guiding Introducer, 90, 8F, REF 406586, Length 60 cm, Sterile EO, Rx only, St. Jude Medical, 14901 DeVeau Place, Minnetonka, MN 55343 Indicated for introducing various cardiovascular catheters into the left side of the heart through the interatrial septum.

Recall: Z-0617-2013 · Initiated March 28, 2012

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0617-2013
Event Number
63855
Firm
St Jude Medical Inc
FEI Number
2126673
Product Code
DYB
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
March 28, 2012
Posted
December 28, 2012
Terminated
July 12, 2013
Address
177 E County Road B, Saint Paul, MN, 55117-1951

Description

Fast-Cath Transseptal Guiding Introducer, 90, 8F, REF 406586, Length 60 cm, Sterile EO, Rx only, St. Jude Medical, 14901 DeVeau Place, Minnetonka, MN 55343 Indicated for introducing various cardiovascular catheters into the left side of the heart through the interatrial septum.

Reason

St. Jude Medical is recalling a single batch of Fast Cath Transseptal Guiding Introducers which was packaged as a 180 degree curve style introducer instead of a 90 degree curve style introducer as indicated on the labeling.

Action

St Jude Medical hand delivered the" Product Recall" letter dated March 27, 2012, to the affected customers on April 5, 2012, and March 28, 2012. The letter identified the product, the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. The returned devices and those not distributed were quarantined at the SJM Minnetonka distribution center until their destruction. Customers were requested to to complete and return the reconciliation form. Further questions please call (651) 756-6526

Distribution

US Distribution only including the states of FL, KY and OK.

Quantity

26