Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1263-2021 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Merit Medical Systems, Inc. |
| Report date | Mar 24, 2021 |
| Recall initiation date | Jan 19, 2021 |
| Quantity | 448 Units |
| Location | South Jordan, UT, United States |
Official product description
Heartspan Transseptal Needles, Catalog No. FND-019-02, Lot No. E1913645 consisting of an outer needle cannula and an inner stylet. The needle is comprised of flexible thin walled tubing with an ergonomic hub and stopcock attached to the proximal end. The stylet consists of a solid wire that when inserted in the needle protrudes beyond the distal tip of the cannula.
Why the product was recalled
The labeled needle tip curvature of specific lots of transseptal needles may not match the actual needle tip curvature. In the event that the incorrect needle is unknowingly used, an unintended anatomy puncture may occur, which is likely to require medical intervention.
Distribution information
U.S. Consignees: VA, NE, Washington DC, MI, NY, KY, CA, TX, MD, AL, GA, UT, LA, CA, CT, PA, WA, MT and NJ. No government consignees. Also distributed OUS.
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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