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Plato recallZ-1249-2023 · Scientia Vascular, Inc. · initiated Feb 1, 2023

Open, Classified

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 Scientia Vascular, 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

Microcatheters for embolic coil and diagnostic agent introduction to peripheral/neuro vasculature, due to manufacturing non-conformance, and due to flush, guidewire insertion and manipulation prior to placement, may have loose particles within catheter lumens that may be introduced to patients, which could cause embolic event, small vessel occlusion, and subacute to chronic inflammatory response.

FDA root cause category: Device Design

What the company is doing

On 02/01/23, recall notices were mailed and emailed to customers who were told the following: Actions for Customer/User: Identify and segregate affected devices. Actions for Recalling Firm: Sales representatives will visit and assist with completing the acknowledgement and receipt form and the collection of affected devices. If devices have been transferred from one facility to another the additional consignees will be contacted upon identification. Sales reps received the recall notice and a response form they would take to customers to obtain additional information and the affected devices. Customers with questions can contact customer support at 1-888-385-9016 9016 between the hours of 9:30 AM and 6:30 PM ET (7:30 AM and 4:30 PM MST), Monday through Friday, or via email to [email protected]

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1249-2023
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Feb 1, 2023
Posted by the FDA
Mar 13, 2023
Recalling firm
Scientia Vascular, Inc.
Quantity
353
Product code
DQY
FDA submissions
K210601
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the states of IL, AL, FL, NC, WI, GA, SC, IN, KS, CA, OH, NY, NH, CO, MA, NV, UT, TX.

Product description

Plato 17 Microcatheter: Straight Tip, PL17-160-000 ; 45 degree Tip, PL17-160-045; 90 degree Tip, PL17-160-090

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

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All lots, REF/UDI-DI/Lot(Expiration): PL17-160-000/00818075010455/ 900164(8/31/2022), 900165(8/31/2022), 900172(8/31/2022), 900177(9/30/2022), 900180(9/30/2022), 900186(10/31/2022), 900187(10/31/2022), 900188(10/31/2022), 900193(10/31/2022), 900196(12/31/2022), 900199(12/31/2022), 900202(12/31/2022), 900221(2/28/2023), 900222(2/28/2023), 900225(2/28/2023), 900226(3/31/2023), 20441(11/30/2023), 20476(11/30/2023), 20650(12/31/2023); PL17-160-045/00818075010462/900167(8/31/2022), 900168(8/31/2022), 900169(8/31/2022), 900174(8/31/2022), 900175(8/31/2022), 900179(9/30/2022), 900181(9/30/2022), 900183(10/31/2022), 900185(10/31/2022), 900205(1/31/2023), 900206(1/31/2023), 900210(1/31/2023), 900211(1/31/2023), 900215(1/31/2023), 900220(1/31/2023), 900219(1/31/2023), 900217(2/28/2023), 900223(2/28/2023), 900224(2/28/2023); PL17-160-090/00818075010479/900170(8/31/2022), 900171(8/31/2022), 900178(9/30/2022), 900182(9/30/2022), 900184(10/31/2022), 900192(11/30/2022), 900195(11/30/2022), 900209(1/31/2023), 900228(3/31/2023)

Devices named in this recall

3 devices in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.

Product lines

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