Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1275-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Vascular Solutions, Inc. |
| Report date | Apr 13, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 4, 2016 |
| Quantity | 5283 |
| Location | Maple Grove, MN, United States |
Official product description
Guardian II Hemostasis Valve, models 8210 and 8211. The following models are only available Outside the US: FH101, FH101-T, FH101-25, and FH101-50. Product Usage: The Guardian hemostasis valves are designed to be used as conduits when interventional devices with diameters up to 8 F are inserted into the human vascular system. The devices have two seals: the low-pressure seal, and the high-pressure seal. Closure of the high-pressure seal, which is achieved when the nut can no longer rotate, secures the diagnostic/interventional device in position within the vasculature and allows for pressure injections up to 600 psi.
Why the product was recalled
Vascular Solutions became aware of a potential problem with the click version of the Guardian II hemostasis valves. The low pressure seal may not close properly, which may allow air to be introduced into the device and may lead to risk of an air embolism.
Distribution information
Nationwide Distribution in the states of AL, AR, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL IN, IA,KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NE,NV, NH, NY, NC, OH, PA, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WV. OUS: Ireland
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: Letter.
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