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Class II Recall

Volcano Visions Digital IVUS Catheter: PV.014P (Platinum), REF:85910P; PV.014P RX, REF: 014R; and PV.018, REF: 86700, 8

Volcano Corp

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Volcano Visions Digital IVUS Catheter: PV.014P (Platinum), REF:85910P; PV.014P by Volcano Corp. Reason: Reports of IVUS catheter and guide wire entanglement during radial-to-peripheral procedures, due to catheter use without appropriate sheath and/or gui.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2221-2025

Action Date

2025-08-06

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Volcano Visions Digital IVUS Catheter: PV.014P (Platinum), REF:85910P; PV.014P RX, REF: 014R; and PV.018, REF: 86700, 86700J used with Instructions for use.

Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI: 00845225002848, 00184360000037. Instructions for use: 300004875732_A Revision Date: 03/2021, 300004410212.A Release Date: 03/2021

Quantity Affected: 233,817

Reason for Recall

Reports of IVUS catheter and guide wire entanglement during radial-to-peripheral procedures, due to catheter use without appropriate sheath and/or guide catheter, which may require further intervention, such as surgical removal; Firm is restating instructions for use and adding: "Use a guide sheath of appropriate length to provide adequate support to the rapid exchange IVUS catheter and guidewire"

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY and the countries of BR, PL, SK, IT, DK, DE, GB, AT, KW, CR, ES, NL, LV, MT, IE, CH, ZA, RO, FI, PR, FR, CA, PA, IL, SE, PT, HR, GR, NZ, HK, TW, MY, TH, MX, AR, PE, AE, BG, AU, JP, ID, RS, CO, SG, BE.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2025-06-13

Company

Volcano Corp

San Diego, CA

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 157 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Volcano Corp has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 6 recalls.

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 (Volcano Corp) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Volcano Corp have FDA actions?

Volcano Corp has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 6 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2221-2025" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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