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SENSATION 7 Fr. IAB, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and… recallZ-2217-2023 · Datascope Corp. · initiated Jun 23, 2023

Open, Classified

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  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 Datascope Corp. 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.

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Why it was recalled

During IAB catheter insertion, the introducer dilator may fracture at the hub, leaving the body of the introducer dilator housed within the sheath. Risks to health include damage to the femoral artery, descending aorta, or embolization; surgical intervention and delay of IAB therapy may also result. Firm has received 10 complaints, including 3 serious adverse events and 1 patient death.

FDA root cause category: Under Investigation by firm

What the company is doing

Firm notified customers on June 23, 2023 via letter. Customers were made aware of the potential for the device to break during use and the risk of using the device. Customers were given alternate solutions to continue using the IAB Catheter with alternative sheath/dilator combinations. Customers may also return their affected product for a credit. The firm will continue to ship product to customers who choose to continue receiving it. However, product currently being shipped is potentially affected by the same issue. Datascope/Getinge has identified the issue with the introducer dilator and is working with the supplier towards a resolution. If you have any questions, please contact your Datascope/Getinge representative or call Datascope/Getinge Customer Service at 1-888-943-8872, options 2, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (Eastern Time Zone).

Recall details

Recall number
Z-2217-2023
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Jun 23, 2023
Posted by the FDA
Jul 21, 2023
Recalling firm
Datascope Corp.
Quantity
321,609 total kits
Product code
DSP
FDA submissions
K063525
Distribution
Domestic distribution nationwide. International distribution worldwide.

Product description

SENSATION 7 Fr. IAB, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta Product Description Part Number SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (CHINA) D684-00-0469-01C SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (INDIA) D684-00-0469-07 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (CHINA) D684-00-0470-01C SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (INDIA) D684-00-0470-07 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (TURKEY) D684-00-0470-09 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES D684-00-0470-01 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES, US ONLY D684-00-0470-01U SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES, US ONLY D684-00-0469-01U SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES D684-00-0469-01 SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES, TURKEY D684-00-0469-09 PACKAGED INSERTION KIT - SENSATION 7 Fr. 34/40 cc IABs D884-00-0019-16

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

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Product Description UDI SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (CHINA) 10607567109367 SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (INDIA) 10607567109732 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (CHINA) 10607567109374 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (INDIA) 10607567109749 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES (TURKEY) 10607567113135 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES 10607567106779 SENSATION 7 Fr. 40cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES, US ONLY 10607567109558 SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES, US ONLY 10607567109541 SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES 10607567106755 SENSATION 7 Fr. 34cc IAB WITH ACCESSORIES, TURKEY 10607567113128 PACKAGED INSERTION KIT - SENSATION 7 Fr. 34/40 cc IABs 10607567106724

Devices named in this recall

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

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 92527).

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