Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-3011-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Irvine Biomedical Inc., a St. Jude Medical Co. |
| Report date | Sep 30, 2020 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 24, 2020 |
| Quantity | 15 units |
| Location | Irvine, CA, United States |
Official product description
Inquiry Steerable Diagnostic Catheter, REF: IBI-81104 - Product Usage: INDICATIONS FOR USE The Inquiry fixed curve and steerable electrophysiology catheters are used for electrogram recording and cardiac stimulation during diagnostic electrophysiology studies. The catheters are commonly placed at the high right atrium, right ventricular apex, and HIS bundle.
Why the product was recalled
Steerable diagnostic catheter packages labeled Model IBI-81104, batch 7397352 incorrectly contained Model IBI-87002, batch 7397307. Packages labeled Model IBI-87002, batch 7397307 incorrectly contained Model IBI-81104, batch 7397352.If physicians fail to observe the catheter difference, the intracardiac electrograms will not be representative of the desired signals, could result in procedure delay
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution including the states of MO, IN, WI, TX, AZ, MI, VA, KY and the country of Japan.
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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