Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0248-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Angiodynamics Inc. (Navilyst Medical Inc.) |
| Report date | Dec 20, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Nov 28, 2016 |
| Quantity | 4591 units in total |
| Location | Glens Falls, NY, United States |
Official product description
Bio-Stable 5F DL-55CM MST-70 KIT Non-Valved PG, UPN H965458830, Catalog No. 45-883 The Xcela with PASV, BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO Technology, and BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology are indicated for short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, including but not limited to, the administration of fluids, medications, nutrients; the sampling of blood; and for power injection of contrast media. Non-Valve lumens are indicated for central venous pressure monitoring.
Why the product was recalled
Navilyst Medical, Inc. (NMI) the manufacturer of the Xcela PICC with PASV, BioFlo PICC with PASV and the BioFlo PICC, conducted this recall to the end user level based on information received from Greatbatch Medical, the manufacturer of the ViaPeel PTFE Peelable Introducer. Greatbatch Medical determined that the products listed in their 11/11/2016 Recall Notification have the potential for the handles to detach from the sheath during use. NMI has confirmed that the affected sheaths, Greatbatch Model Number 10890-006, had been included in packaged Xcela and BioFlo PICC Kits.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and countries of:; Canada, Great Britain, Netherlands, South Australia and Spain.
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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