Recall Z-0785-04 ยท LJS Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic, Long-Term Greater Than 30 Days
Becton Dickinson Infusion Therapy
BD L-Cath EX (28ga x 20cm), L-Cath Catheter System
| Date | Jul 20, 2004 (initiated Mar 9, 2004) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Catheters have stylets extending past the catheter tip, which, if not noticed could cause injury upon insertion. |
| Root cause | Other |
| Action | All consignees were notified by telephone on 03/09/2004, followed by a fax letter. |
| Quantity | 1850 units |
| Distribution | Nationwide. Foreign distribution to Australia, Canada and Japan. |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K920755 | L-CATH PEEL AWAY SYSTEM CATHETER Luther Medical Products, Inc., Jun 7, 1993 |