ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1935-2026 ยท DQO Catheter, Intravascular, Diagnostic

Cook Incorporated

Aurous Centimeter Sizing Catheter RPN N5.0-35-100-P-10S-PIG-CSC-20-01 GPN G47308 Sizing catheters are single-use, sterile catheters with gold marker bands. These catheters are for use in angiographic procedures and available in a variety of lengths (70 and 100 cm) and tip configurations (straight, PIG, and VCF).

DateMay 1, 2026 (initiated Apr 2, 2026)
StatusOpen, Classified
ReasonMarker bands may be at an increased risk of cracking/breakage. Potential adverse events that may result include increased procedural time, harms associated with device fragmentation/separation, and vessel injury. In a worst-case scenario, device fragmentation and separation may cause life-threatening harm or death.
Root causeUnder Investigation by firm
ActionOn April 2, 2026, the firm began notifying affected consignees via letters titled "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL." Customers were instructed to quarantine affected products in inventory and to immediately cease further distribution and use of the affected products. They should return the affected products to Cook Medical with a copy of the completed Acknowledgement and Receipt form to receive a product credit.
Quantity271
DistributionUS distribution nationwide. OUS distribution to Brunei, Brazil, Canda, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Hong Kong, Israel, India, Japan, South Korea, Macau, New Zealand, Singapore, El Salvador, Taiwan, Uruguay
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K162448White Sizing Catheter, Aurous Centimeter Sizing Catheter, Cava Vessel Sizing Catheter
Cook Incorporated, May 26, 2017