FDA recall record

PENTAX of C2 CryoBalloon Focal Catheter, REF FG-1009 recall — FDA Z-2256-2018

The catheter alignment arrow printed onto the strain relief is not aligned with the detachment feature of the catheter connector, resulting in the…

Class IIclassification
Z-2256-2018official record ID
Jun 27, 2018report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2256-2018
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmPENTAX of America Inc.
Report dateJun 27, 2018
Recall initiation dateMar 30, 2018
Quantity57 units
LocationRedwood City, CA, United States

Official product description

C2 CryoBalloon Focal Catheter, REF FG-1009. C2 CryoBalloon Ablation System is used as a cryosurgical tool in the field of general surgery, specifically for endoscopic applications.

Why the product was recalled

The catheter alignment arrow printed onto the strain relief is not aligned with the detachment feature of the catheter connector, resulting in the potential for the catheter to be attached to the controller in the detach orientation. In this orientation, the catheter is not securely attached to the controller and may be partially (~1cm) ejected from controller.

Distribution information

Distribution US nationwide.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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