ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0118-2007 ยท DQY Catheter, Percutaneous

Enpath Medical, Inc.

Channel Steerable Sheath in 8F Enpath part # 10775-003, BARD Part Number XD10775003 (US Distribution Only) and 9F Enpath part # 10775-004 (foreign distribution), BARD Part Number XD10775004; Labeled as Distributed by Bard Electrophysiology Division.

DateNov 2, 2006 (initiated Jun 27, 2006)
StatusTerminated
ReasonEnpath has become aware that some of the Enpath Medical 8F & 9F Steerable sheath devices may have a non-conforming flushport bond that causes a leak where air may enter the flush port chamber.
Root causeOther
ActionEnpath''s three Distributors were notified via letter or telephone on June 27th, 29th and July 6th with a description of the problem and further distribution or use of any remaining product should cease immediately. Instructed to notify their customers about the product and forward to Enpath for evaluation.
Quantity2494 Units
DistributionCA, MA
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K043489ENPATH DEFLECTABLE CATHETER
Enpath Medical Incorporated, May 19, 2005