Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0533-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Medical Components, Inc dba MedComp |
| Report date | Feb 14, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | May 25, 2017 |
| Quantity | 65 units |
| Location | Harleysville, PA, United States |
Official product description
6.6F Plastic Dignity Low Profile CT Port W/Attachable ChronoFlex Polyurethane Catheter, Catalog # MRCTI66041, UDI#- 884908031157 Product Usage: Indicated for patient therapies requiring repeated access to the vascular system. The port system can be used for infusion of medications, I.V. fluids, parenteral nutrition solutions, blood products, and for the withdrawal of blood samples. When used with a power injectable needle, the Power Injectable Implantable Infusion Port device is indicated for power injection of contrast media.
Why the product was recalled
The kit was packaged with the incorrect introducer needle size. The label indicates the kit contains an 18G Needle w/Echo Tip. The kits were packaged with a 21G Needle w/Echo Tip.
Distribution information
Arabia, Australia, Israel, Brunei & Jamaica
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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