FDA recall record

Baylis Medical Corp * ProTrack Microcatheter recall — FDA Z-0356-2016

Microcatheter may have circumferential defects (cracks) along its shaft.

Class IIclassification
Z-0356-2016official record ID
Dec 9, 2015report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0356-2016
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmBaylis Medical Corp *
Report dateDec 9, 2015
Recall initiation dateOct 28, 2015
Quantity433 units
LocationMontreal, Canada

Official product description

ProTrack Microcatheter. Model/Catalog Numbers CIC38-145, CIC35-145. Sterile, single use device intended to be used as a standard infusion wire or as an exchange guide for exchanging guidewires. Coaxial Injectable catheter guide wire. Cardiovascular.

Why the product was recalled

Microcatheter may have circumferential defects (cracks) along its shaft.

Distribution information

Nationwide Distribution.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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