MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Curved Extensions, Kit" REF: 8888345629
Summary
The FDA issued a Class I for MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Curved Extensions, 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-2388-2023
Action Date
2023-08-23
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Curved Extensions, Kit" REF: 8888345629
Lot/Code Info: GTIN: 10884521006799 LOT Numbers: 2009400128 2113300290 2116500142 2116500176 2119400221 2119400227 2122900119 2122900127 2122900216 2122900231 2127300111 2127300113
Quantity Affected: 6949 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
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-2388-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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