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Class I Recall

MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Straight Extensions, Kit REF: 8888340637HP

Covidien LP

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Straig by Covidien LP. Reason: Catheter center lumen was found to have an occlusion in the tip of the catheter; the source of the occlusion an excessive MDX, a silicone-based lubric.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2381-2023

Action Date

2023-08-23

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Straight Extensions, Kit REF: 8888340637HP

Lot/Code Info: GTIN: 10884521128088, 20884521128085 LOT Numbers: Lot Number 1907700088 2015100039 2019500217 2107700128 2113300287

Quantity Affected: 2425 units

Reason for Recall

Catheter center lumen was found to have an occlusion in the tip of the catheter; the source of the occlusion an excessive MDX, a silicone-based lubricant which coats the catheter tip. An occluded, partially or fully, and/or uncured or excessive MDX may dislodge from the catheter lead to full catheter obstruction resulting in delay to treatment and partial obstruction resulting in reduced flow, or particulate dislodgement that may result in delay to treatment, hemolysis, embolism/embolus or thrombosis/thrombus

Distribution

US Nationwide - Worldwide Distribution Foreign: Argentina Austria Bahrain Bangladesh Belgium Brazil Brunei Darussalam Canada Cayman Islands China Costa Rica Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Finland France French Polynesia Germany Greece Hungary India Iran, Islamic Republic Of Ireland Italy Kuwait Malaysia Maldives Mauritius Mexico Nepal Netherlands New Caledonia Nicaragua Norway Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Saudi Arabia Singapore Slovakia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Thailand Turkey United Arab Emirates United Kingdom

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-06-28

Company

Covidien LP

Mansfield, MA

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 162 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Covidien LP has 89 FDA actions in our database, including 89 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

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

How often does Covidien LP have FDA actions?

Covidien LP has 89 FDA actions in our database, including 89 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2381-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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