[Recalled] Vygon VY(TM)Flush Heparin Lock Flush Syringes, 10 Units per mL, 3mL in a 10mL Flush Syringe, 30 syringes per box, Rx only Prefilled syringes are used to maintain the patency of indwelling catheter lumens — Manufacturer issued
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Vygon VY(TM)Flush Heparin Lock Flush Syringes, 10 Units per mL, 3mL in a 10mL Flush Syringe, 30 syringes per box, Rx only Prefilled syringes are used to maintain the patency of indwelling catheter lumens |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Vygon Corporation |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-1798-2012 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 11 May 2012 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Manufacturer issued a voluntary recall on multiple lots of VY(TM)Flush Heparin Lock Flush Syringes therefore Vygon has subsequently initiated a recall on Vygon branded Heparin Lock Flush Syringes and kits containing the syringes.
This Class II 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
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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