Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1276-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Medtronic Inc. Cardiac Rhythm Disease Management |
| Report date | Mar 25, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 23, 2015 |
| Quantity | 151 (4 US, 147 OUS) |
| Location | Saint Paul, MN, United States |
Official product description
Medtronic, 10 Fr FlexCath Select Steerable Sheath 990065. The FlexCath Select Steerable Sheath (10 Fr Select) is used for percutaneous catheter introduction into the vasculature and chambers of the heart. The sheath is a single-use device and is not implantable.
Why the product was recalled
Clinicians observed debris, appearing to originate from the hemostasis valve on the proximal end of the Steerable Sheath, outside of the patients bodies.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) in states of: NC and IA; and countries of: AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, DENMARK, FRANCE, GERMANY, NETHERLANDS, POLAND, SPAIN, and UNITED KINGDOM.
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: Visit.
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