Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1536-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Medical Components, Inc dba MedComp |
| Report date | Mar 29, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 23, 2017 |
| Quantity | 71 units |
| Location | Harleysville, PA, United States |
Official product description
9.6F Plastic Dignity Mid-Sized CT Port w/Pre-Attached Silicone Catheter The CT Power Injectable Implantable Infusion Ports are 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 9.6F port kits were packaged with the incorrect valved peelable introducer. The label states the kit contains a 10F valved peelable introducer. The kit is packaged with a 9F valved peelable introducer. The port lumen will not fit through the introducer during the insertion procedure.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution to PR and Panama
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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