Recall Z-2332-2017 ยท FOZ Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic, Short-Term Less Than 30 Days
Arrow International Inc
Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue FlexTip(R), ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS(R) Catheter and Sharps Safety Features. The multiple-lumen catheter permits venous access to the central circulation by the way of the femoral, jugular, or subclavian veins. The ARROWg+ard Blue Plus antimicrobial catheter is intended to help provide protection against catheter-related infections. It is not i
| Date | May 9, 2017 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Arrow International is recalling the affected product because the packaging may not be completely sealed, which may compromise sterility. |
| Root cause | Packaging |
| Action | Arrow International sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification Letter dated May 11, 2017, to affected customers. The firm's notification letter is requesting that customers immediately assess their current inventory and to discontinue and quarantine any product with the specific lot codes listed in the letter. In addition, customers were asked to complete the Recall Acknowledgement form and fax or email it back to Customer Service so they can receive a Returns Good Authorization Number for the product's return. Customers with questions were instructed to contact their local sales re |
| Quantity | 27,485 units distributed in U.S., 4,371 units distributed internationally |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Canada |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K993691 | ARROWG +ARD BLUE PLUS ANTIMICROBIAL MULTI-LUMEN CENTRAL VENOUS CATHETER Arrow Intl., Inc., Mar 8, 2000 |