RecallDepth

Arrow Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Kit Fiberoptix (IAB), 8 Fr 40 cc Model: IAB-05840-LWS

This recall has been terminated (originally issued March 10, 2015).

Company
Arrow International Inc
Recall Initiated
November 8, 2013
Posted
March 10, 2015
Terminated
March 16, 2015
Recall Number
Z-1259-2015
Quantity
166 units
Firm Location
Reading, PA
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

Potential for a leak between the catheter and the bifurcate which would allow helium to escape to the atmosphere.

Distribution

Distribution US nationwide (including AZ, NJ, ME, TX, WA), and Germany.

Lot / Code Info

Lot Number: KF1111796 Exp. Date: 11/30/2013

Root Cause

Process control

Action Taken

Arrow International Inc notified accounts by letter dated 11/8/13 describing the problem and requested users to immediately discontinue use and return product. A Recall Acknowledgement form was to be completed and returned.

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