Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1522-2025 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Avanos Medical, Inc. |
| Report date | Apr 23, 2025 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 19, 2025 |
| Quantity | 4000 units |
| Location | Alpharetta, GA, United States |
Official product description
Brand Name: Ballard Product Name: Closed Suction Catheters Model/Catalog Number: 210 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Ballard Closed Suction System for Neonates/Pediatrics, 10 F, Elbow Component: N/A
Why the product was recalled
Lack of sterility assurance for closed suction catheter systems
Distribution information
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN,KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI and the countries of South Korea, New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, Germany, England, Slovenia, France, Austria, Guadalajara.
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.
What to do next
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