Recall Z-2335-2017 ยท FOZ Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic, Short-Term Less Than 30 Days
Arrow International Inc
Arrow MAC Two-Lumen Central Venous Access Kit Introducer Catheter The Arrow Two-Lumen Central Venous Access device permits venous access and catheter introduction to the central circulation
| 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
| K002507 | TWO-LUMEN CENTRAL VENOUS ACCESS KIT WITH HEMOSTASIS VALVE/SIDE PORT Arrow Intl., Inc., Mar 21, 2001 |