PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

X-Force Nephrostomy Balloon Dilation Catheter Kit with Inflation Device, PTFE Sheath, 8 mm x 15 cm, Product Code 996081 The product is a dual lumen catheter with a 24 (8mm) or 30Fr (10mm) balloon mounted on the distal tip. It has a radiopaque tip and radiopaque marker beneath the balloon. It is recommended for use in the dilation of the nephrostomy tact and for placement of the working sheath.

Reported: November 16, 2016 Initiated: October 12, 2016 #Z-0363-2017

Product Description

X-Force Nephrostomy Balloon Dilation Catheter Kit with Inflation Device, PTFE Sheath, 8 mm x 15 cm, Product Code 996081 The product is a dual lumen catheter with a 24 (8mm) or 30Fr (10mm) balloon mounted on the distal tip. It has a radiopaque tip and radiopaque marker beneath the balloon. It is recommended for use in the dilation of the nephrostomy tact and for placement of the working sheath.

Reason for Recall

Contract manufacturer packaged an incorrect sheath with the product. Packaged 30Fr instead of 24Fr.

Details

Recalling Firm
C.R. Bard, Inc.
Units Affected
192 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution: US distribution to: CA, KS, MO, NY, VA, WA, and to countries of: China, Italy, Sweden and United Kingdom.
Location
Covington, GA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
X-Force Nephrostomy Balloon Dilation Catheter Kit with Inflation Device, PTFE Sheath, 8 mm x 15 cm, Product Code 996081 The product is a dual lumen catheter with a 24 (8mm) or 30Fr (10mm) balloon mounted on the distal tip. It has a radiopaque tip and radiopaque marker beneath the balloon. It is recommended for use in the dilation of the nephrostomy tact and for placement of the working sheath.. Recalled by C.R. Bard, Inc.. Units affected: 192 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Contract manufacturer packaged an incorrect sheath with the product. Packaged 30Fr instead of 24Fr.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 16, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0363-2017.