ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1116-2019 ยท DXF Catheter, Septostomy

Edwards Lifesciences, LLC

Edwards Lifesciences, Fogarty Dilation Atrioseptostomy Catheter, Sterile EO, Rx Only, REF: 830705F Product Usage: The Fogarty dilation atrioseptostomy catheter is designed for enlarging interatrial openings. In most pediatric cardiology centers, balloon atrioseptostomy is an accepted technique for palliation of several congenital cardiac defects. Description of Use Balloon atrioseptostomy can be

DateApr 25, 2019 (initiated Mar 28, 2019)
StatusTerminated
ReasonDifficulty with atrioseptostomy catheter balloon deflation after deployment, and reports of balloon fragmentation or detachment.
Root causeProcess design
ActionOn 03/28/19, Urgent Product Recall - Action Required Field Corrective Action notices were mailed FedEx Second Day to customers. The letter identified the affected product problem and actions to be taken. The firm is requesting the return of any existing inventory of these models. They are conducting an investigation of the issues. At this time, they do not have an estimated date as to when replacement product will become available. The firm urges customers to inquire as to the availability of similar products. Customers with additional questions are encouraged to call 800-424-3278 Option 1
Quantity1093
DistributionWorldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of : IA, FL, MD, CA, NY, TX, CT, NC, OR, LA, UT,AK, WA, AZ, SD,CO,IN, KY, WV, TN, MI, AL, MA, VA, PA, MO, IL, GA, PR, MN, AR, OK, WI. Foreign (OUS): CL, AR, CZ, SG, BR, ID, ES, IE, GB, AT, CA, AM, HK, AU, ZA, FI, KR, MY, TH, NL, FR, IT, GR, DK, S
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

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