[Recalled] SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F CHAMP3.5, .070", REF SA6CHAMP35. for cardiovascular use — There is a potential for extensive loss of primary segment material exposing un… | FDA 2019-03-15
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F CHAMP3.5, .070", REF SA6CHAMP35. for cardiovascular use |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Medtronic Vascular |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-2743-2019 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class I |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 15 March 2019 |
| EAN / barcode | 00613994823663 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: There is a potential for extensive loss of primary segment material exposing underlying stainless-steel braid wires on a subset of 6F Sherpa catheters.
This Class I recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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