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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

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

Reported: March 18, 2015 Initiated: November 8, 2013 #Z-1259-2015

Product Description

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

Reason for Recall

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

Details

Recalling Firm
Arrow International Inc
Units Affected
166 units
Distribution
Distribution US nationwide (including AZ, NJ, ME, TX, WA), and Germany.
Location
Reading, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Arrow Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Kit Fiberoptix (IAB), 8 Fr 40 cc Model: IAB-05840-LWS. Recalled by Arrow International Inc. Units affected: 166 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential for a leak between the catheter and the bifurcate which would allow helium to escape to the atmosphere.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 18, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1259-2015.