Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2285-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Arrow International Inc. |
| Report date | Jun 14, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 20, 2017 |
| Quantity | unknown-firm reports total devices distributed 43,394 |
| Location | Reading, PA, United States |
Official product description
Pressure Injectable ARROW(R) PICC Kit with Chlorag+ard(R) Technology The ArrowEVOLUTIONTM Pressure Injectable P1CC with Chlorag+ard Antimicrobial and Antithrombogenic Technology is indicated for short-term or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, blood sampling, infusion, pressure injection of contrast media, and allows for central venous pressure monitoring. The maximum pressure of pressure injector equipment used with the An-owEVOLUTIONTM Pressure Injectable P1CC may not exceed 300 psi. Chlorag+ard Technology treatment on the external surface of the catheter body as well as the entire fluid pathway of the catheter has been shown to be effective in reducing microbial colonization and thrombus accumulation on catheter surfaces. Antimicrobial and antithrombogenic effectiveness were evaluated using in vitro and in vivo test methods and no correlation between these testing methods and clinical outcome has currently been ascertained. It is not intended to be used for the treatment of existing infections or vein thrombosis
Why the product was recalled
Arrow International initiated the recall due to reports of safety cover disengagement and needlestick injury for the BD Eclipse Needle that are packaged with certain Arrow products.
Distribution information
Nationwide Distribution
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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