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Class II Recall

REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in t

Datascope Corp.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used t by Datascope Corp.. Reason: During IAB catheter insertion, the introducer dilator may fracture at the hub, leaving the body of the introducer dilator housed within the sheath. R.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2224-2023

Action Date

2023-08-02

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta Product Description Part Number REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR LINEAR 7.5Fr. & MEGA 7.5Fr. D684-00-0403-05 REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR SENSATION 7Fr. D684-00-0403-06 REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR SENSATION PLUS & MEGA 8Fr. D684-00-0403-10

Lot/Code Info: Product Description UDI REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR LINEAR 7.5Fr. & MEGA 7.5Fr. 10607567106656 REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR SENSATION 7Fr. 10607567106694 REINFORCED INTRODUCER SET FOR SENSATION PLUS & MEGA 8Fr. 10607567107943

Quantity Affected: 321,609 total kits

Reason for Recall

During IAB catheter insertion, the introducer dilator may fracture at the hub, leaving the body of the introducer dilator housed within the sheath. Risks to health include damage to the femoral artery, descending aorta, or embolization; surgical intervention and delay of IAB therapy may also result. Firm has received 10 complaints, including 3 serious adverse events and 1 patient death.

Distribution

Domestic distribution nationwide. International distribution worldwide.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-06-23

Company

Datascope Corp.

Fairfield, NJ

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

Datascope Corp. has 58 FDA actions in our database, including 58 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 (Datascope Corp.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Datascope Corp. have FDA actions?

Datascope Corp. has 58 FDA actions in our database, including 58 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2224-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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