FDA Recall
Terminated
Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue Flex-Tip(R), ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS (R) Catheter, Sharps Safety Features and Maximal Barrier Precautions. (contains Q-Syte)
Recall: Z-0788-2010
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Initiated November 24, 2009
Recall
- Recall Number
- Z-0788-2010
- Event Number
- 53954
- Firm
- Arrow International Inc
- FEI Number
- 3015859709
- Product Code
- FOZ
- Status
- Terminated
- Root Cause
- Nonconforming Material/Component
- Initiated
- November 24, 2009
- Posted
- March 5, 2010
- Terminated
- January 18, 2012
- Address
- 2400 Bernville Road, Reading, PA, 19605
Description
Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue Flex-Tip(R), ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS (R) Catheter, Sharps Safety Features and Maximal Barrier Precautions. (contains Q-Syte)
Reason
Q-Syte Component contained in kits was recalled by manufacturer due to the potential for embolism if used with a central venous catheter.
Action
The recalling firm issued an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated 11/24/09 to their customers informing them of the problem the need to return any kits in inventory and notify their customers of the recall. For additional information customers can contact the Customer Service Department at 800-523-8446.
Distribution
The products were shipped to distributors in GA, MD, and VA.
Quantity
180 kits