FDA Recall Terminated

Millar Instruments, Inc. Millar Sensors Systems Solutions Mikro-Tip Angiographic Catheters Sterile and Nonpyrogenic Model SPC-454D and SPC454F. Provide intravascular pressure readings and capability for the deliverance of high-speed injection of radiopaque contrast media used in vascular imaging to selected sites in the vascular system.

Recall: Z-1725-2011 · Initiated March 8, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1725-2011
Event Number
58123
Firm
Millar Instruments, Inc
FEI Number
1625382
Product Code
DQO
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process design
Initiated
March 8, 2011
Posted
March 24, 2011
Terminated
June 27, 2011
Address
6001-A Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX, 77023

Description

Millar Instruments, Inc. Millar Sensors Systems Solutions Mikro-Tip Angiographic Catheters Sterile and Nonpyrogenic Model SPC-454D and SPC454F. Provide intravascular pressure readings and capability for the deliverance of high-speed injection of radiopaque contrast media used in vascular imaging to selected sites in the vascular system.

Reason

Possibility of epoxy debris particles inside the catheter lumen.

Action

The firm, Millar, notified their consignees/customers by email and sent hardcopy of email on March 8, 2011. The notification described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to return the catheter(s) to Millar or report back to Millar if the catheter(s) has been consumed. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Director, RA/QA at 832-667-7000.

Distribution

MN, NY, Washington DC, NC, MA, MN, PA, CA, MI, Australia, Germany, Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, and Norway.

Quantity

1080 units