Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2778-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Degania Silicone, Ltd. |
| Report date | Sep 26, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 21, 2018 |
| Quantity | 14326 |
| Location | Dganya Bet, N/A, Israel |
Official product description
Thermistor Foley catheter, nonsterile, Catalogue Number 102201101663MD Product Usage: This is sterile, single use, two-way silicone Foley Catheter with a thermistor embedded in the third lumen. It is intended for use in the drainage/ collection of urine from the urinary bladder and simultaneous monitoring of the body core temperature during surgery or post-surgical period.
Why the product was recalled
The catheters are suspected to contain defective sensors; if used, defective catheter will show lower body temperature than the actual body temperature of a patient.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states: IL, NC, NY and the countries of : Belgium, Israel, Japan, and Mexico.
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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