PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Arrowgard Blue and Arrowgard Blue Plus Pressure Injectable Central Venous Catheter, a multiple-lumen catheter that permits venous access to central circulation. Catalog number ASK-45703-PHF.

Reported: May 28, 2014 Initiated: July 17, 2013 #Z-1633-2014

Product Description

Arrowgard Blue and Arrowgard Blue Plus Pressure Injectable Central Venous Catheter, a multiple-lumen catheter that permits venous access to central circulation. Catalog number ASK-45703-PHF.

Reason for Recall

The labeling states that the kit contains Introducer Needle: Echogenic 18 Ga. x 2.5 (6.35cm) XTW and 5mL ArroW Raulerson Spring-Wire Introduction Syringe; however, the kit contains, and should state, Introducer Needle: 18 Ga. x 2.5 (6.35cm) XTW and 5mL ArroW Raulerson Spring-Wire Introduction Syringe. As a result of this labeling inconsistency, if the clinician were to place the needle under x-r

Details

Recalling Firm
Arrow International Inc
Units Affected
4285
Distribution
US Distribution only to MI.
Location
Reading, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Arrowgard Blue and Arrowgard Blue Plus Pressure Injectable Central Venous Catheter, a multiple-lumen catheter that permits venous access to central circulation. Catalog number ASK-45703-PHF.. Recalled by Arrow International Inc. Units affected: 4285.
Why was this product recalled?
The labeling states that the kit contains Introducer Needle: Echogenic 18 Ga. x 2.5 (6.35cm) XTW and 5mL ArroW Raulerson Spring-Wire Introduction Syringe; however, the kit contains, and should state, Introducer Needle: 18 Ga. x 2.5 (6.35cm) XTW and 5mL ArroW Raulerson Spring-Wire Introduction Syringe. As a result of this labeling inconsistency, if the clinician were to place the needle under x-r
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 28, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1633-2014.