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Class II Recall

Vasoshield Syringe Packs, Model VH-5001

Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Vasoshield Syringe Packs, Model VH-5001 by Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC. Reason: Ink on the Vasoshield syringe Maquet logo may chip resulting in an unreasonable risk of harm to the patient. Potential harms may include foreign body .

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0996-2023

Action Date

2023-01-25

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Vasoshield Syringe Packs, Model VH-5001

Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI: 00607567700468; Serial Numbers: 25147126, 25151632, 25152389, 25152964, 25163138, 25162077

Quantity Affected: 530 units US, 215 units OUS

Reason for Recall

Ink on the Vasoshield syringe Maquet logo may chip resulting in an unreasonable risk of harm to the patient. Potential harms may include foreign body reaction, coronary embolic event, and peripheral embolic event.

Distribution

US Nationwide. Japan, Germany.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-12-22

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 149 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC has 41 FDA actions in our database, including 37 recalls and 4 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC have FDA actions?

Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC has 41 FDA actions in our database, including 37 recalls and 4 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0996-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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