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Class II Recall

Prelude SNAP Splittable Sheath Introducer, REF: PLS-1007, size 7F, Standard Length: 13 cm, CE0344, STERILE EO, Rx Only,

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Prelude SNAP Splittable Sheath Introducer, REF: PLS-1007, size 7F, Standard Leng by Merit Medical Systems, Inc.. Reason: There is a potential that 7F sheaths are packaged as 10F sheaths..

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2239-2021

Action Date

2021-08-18

Status

Terminated

Category

device

Product Description

Prelude SNAP Splittable Sheath Introducer, REF: PLS-1007, size 7F, Standard Length: 13 cm, CE0344, STERILE EO, Rx Only, UDI:(01) 00884450467985. For the introduction of various types of pacing leads and catheters to the heart and coronary venous system.

Lot/Code Info: Lot # I2059849

Quantity Affected: 760 UNITS

Reason for Recall

There is a potential that 7F sheaths are packaged as 10F sheaths.

Distribution

US:AL,AR,CA,CO,DE,FL,GA,HI,IA,IL,KY,MA,MD,ME,MI,MN,NC,NE,NJ,NV,NY,OH,OR,PA,RI,TX,VA,VT, WI OUS: Norway

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-06-30

Company

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

Merit Medical Systems, Inc. has 117 FDA actions in our database, including 95 recalls and 22 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 (Merit Medical Systems, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Merit Medical Systems, Inc. have FDA actions?

Merit Medical Systems, Inc. has 117 FDA actions in our database, including 95 recalls and 22 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2239-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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