FDA Recall Terminated

The Arrow Edge Hemodialysis Catheterization Set Long-Term Access and NextStep Antegrade Hemodialysis Catheterization Set, Long-Term Access, part numbers: AC-15192-SFX, AC-15232-SFX, AC-15272-SFX, AC-15312-SFX, AC-15422-SFX, CS-15192-SFX, CS-15192-SFXM, CS-15232-SFX, CS-15242-I, CS-15272-SFX, CS-15282-I, CS-15312-SFX, CS-15322-I, CS-15362-I, CS-15422-SFX, CS-15502-SFX, CS-15552-I, CSD-15242-I, CSD-15282-I, and CSD-15322-I. The Arrow Edge Hemodialysis Catheterization Set and NextStep Antegrade Hemodialysis Catheterization Set is indicated for use in attaining long- term vascular access for hemodialysis and apheresis.

Recall: Z-1007-2015 · Initiated February 4, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1007-2015
Event Number
69938
Firm
Arrow International Inc
FEI Number
3015859709
Product Code
MSD
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Component design/selection
Initiated
February 4, 2013
Posted
January 22, 2015
Terminated
October 14, 2016
Address
2400 Bernville Road, Reading, PA, 19605

Description

The Arrow Edge Hemodialysis Catheterization Set Long-Term Access and NextStep Antegrade Hemodialysis Catheterization Set, Long-Term Access, part numbers: AC-15192-SFX, AC-15232-SFX, AC-15272-SFX, AC-15312-SFX, AC-15422-SFX, CS-15192-SFX, CS-15192-SFXM, CS-15232-SFX, CS-15242-I, CS-15272-SFX, CS-15282-I, CS-15312-SFX, CS-15322-I, CS-15362-I, CS-15422-SFX, CS-15502-SFX, CS-15552-I, CSD-15242-I, CSD-15282-I, and CSD-15322-I. The Arrow Edge Hemodialysis Catheterization Set and NextStep Antegrade Hemodialysis Catheterization Set is indicated for use in attaining long- term vascular access for hemodialysis and apheresis.

Reason

The tunneling sheath packaged within the kits can crack during placement. If the tunneling sheath cracks, it can cause a delay in treatment for the time it takes to retrieve a replacement kit.

Action

An Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification letter, dated February 4, 2014, was sent to direct consignees that identified the product, problem, and action to be taken. Customers were asked to discontinue use and quarantine affected inventory. The Recall Acknowledgement form should be completed and faxed back to 1-800-343-2935. A customer service representative will contact customers with a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) Number and provide instructions for the return of the product. Customers are asked to contact their local sales representative or Customer Service at 1-800-343-2935 with questions.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution -- US and Canada.

Quantity

2,480