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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Tearaway Introducer Kit, REF: KIT-010-12, KIT-010-17, KIT-900-16

Reported: June 21, 2023 Initiated: May 8, 2023 #Z-1968-2023

Product Description

Tearaway Introducer Kit, REF: KIT-010-12, KIT-010-17, KIT-900-16

Reason for Recall

Sheath introducer assemblies could potentially, due to improper storage conditions, have a luer connection portion of the dilator hub that cracks or dislodges during use, which renders the dilator component unusable, and can require the use of a replacement device.

Details

Recalling Firm
Galt Medical Corporation
Units Affected
490
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of PA, UT, FL, PA, OH, GA, MA, NV, CA, NY, NJ and the countries of UK, AU, TR, FR, CH, NO.
Location
Garland, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Tearaway Introducer Kit, REF: KIT-010-12, KIT-010-17, KIT-900-16. Recalled by Galt Medical Corporation. Units affected: 490.
Why was this product recalled?
Sheath introducer assemblies could potentially, due to improper storage conditions, have a luer connection portion of the dilator hub that cracks or dislodges during use, which renders the dilator component unusable, and can require the use of a replacement device.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 21, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1968-2023.