Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2218-2023 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Datascope Corp. |
| Report date | Aug 2, 2023 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 23, 2023 |
| Quantity | 321,609 total kits |
| Location | Fairfield, NJ, United States |
Official product description
TRANS-RAY IAB, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta Product Description Part Number 7FR. 34cc TRANS-RAY IAB WITH ACCESSORIES D684-00-0545-01 TRANS-RAY 7FR. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES D684-00-0546-01 TRANS-RAY PLUS 7.5Fr 35cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES D684-00-0607 TRANS-RAY PLUS 7.5Fr 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES D684-00-0608 PACKAGED INSERTION KIT - TRANS-RAY 7 Fr. 34/40 cc IABs D884-00-0019-18 PACKAGED INSERTION KIT - TRANS-RAY PLUS 7.5 Fr. 35/40 IABs D884-00-0019-26
Why the product was recalled
During IAB catheter insertion, the introducer dilator may fracture at the hub, leaving the body of the introducer dilator housed within the sheath. Risks to health include damage to the femoral artery, descending aorta, or embolization; surgical intervention and delay of IAB therapy may also result. Firm has received 10 complaints, including 3 serious adverse events and 1 patient death.
Distribution information
Domestic distribution nationwide. International distribution worldwide.
How to read the classification
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Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: N/A.
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