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The Arrow Edge Hemodialysis Catheterization Set Long-Term… recallZ-1007-2015 · Arrow International Inc · initiated Feb 4, 2013

Class II Terminated All recalls posted in January 2015

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Arrow International Inc or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

The tunneling sheath packaged within the kits can crack during placement. If the tunneling sheath cracks, it can cause a delay in treatment for the time it takes to retrieve a replacement kit.

FDA root cause category: Component design/selection

What the company is doing

An Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification letter, dated February 4, 2014, was sent to direct consignees that identified the product, problem, and action to be taken. Customers were asked to discontinue use and quarantine affected inventory. The Recall Acknowledgement form should be completed and faxed back to 1-800-343-2935. A customer service representative will contact customers with a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) Number and provide instructions for the return of the product. Customers are asked to contact their local sales representative or Customer Service at 1-800-343-2935 with questions.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1007-2015
Recall class
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Feb 4, 2013
Posted by the FDA
Jan 22, 2015
Recalling firm
Arrow International Inc
Quantity
2,480
Product code
MSD
FDA submissions
K111117, K111900
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- US and Canada.

Product description

The Arrow Edge Hemodialysis Catheterization Set Long-Term Access and NextStep Antegrade Hemodialysis Catheterization Set, Long-Term Access, part numbers: AC-15192-SFX, AC-15232-SFX, AC-15272-SFX, AC-15312-SFX, AC-15422-SFX, CS-15192-SFX, CS-15192-SFXM, CS-15232-SFX, CS-15242-I, CS-15272-SFX, CS-15282-I, CS-15312-SFX, CS-15322-I, CS-15362-I, CS-15422-SFX, CS-15502-SFX, CS-15552-I, CSD-15242-I, CSD-15282-I, and CSD-15322-I. The Arrow Edge Hemodialysis Catheterization Set and NextStep Antegrade Hemodialysis Catheterization Set is indicated for use in attaining long- term vascular access for hemodialysis and apheresis.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Lot numbers: RF2095946, RF2056557, RF2058764, RF2060829,  RF2084897, RF2084162, RF2071325,RF2060831, RF2083836, RF2096027, RF2107409, RF2108329, RF2119933, RF2060836, RF2060899, RF2083837,  RF2084898, RF2107410, RF2108324, RF2071317, RF2121827, RF2058355,  RF2060414, RF2108326, RF2060811, RF2110441, RF2069798, RF2121821,  RF2069964, RF2122497, RF2110442, RF2058357, RF2119935, RF2108330,  RF2121820, RF2057719, RF2056545, RF2111259, RF2096348.

Other devices under the same FDA submission

50 devices cleared under K111117, K111900 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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