PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

TactiCath Quartz Contact Force Ablation Catheter, Model Numbers: PN-004 065 (GTIN 07640157990033) and PN-004 075 (GTIN 07640157990040) - Product Usage: is a multi-electrode irrigated catheter with a deflectable tip designed to allow electrophysiological mapping of the heart and, when connected to an RF generator, to deliver radiofrequency current to the catheter tip electrode for the purpose of ablation.

Reported: July 15, 2020 Initiated: May 22, 2020 #Z-2541-2020

Product Description

TactiCath Quartz Contact Force Ablation Catheter, Model Numbers: PN-004 065 (GTIN 07640157990033) and PN-004 075 (GTIN 07640157990040) - Product Usage: is a multi-electrode irrigated catheter with a deflectable tip designed to allow electrophysiological mapping of the heart and, when connected to an RF generator, to deliver radiofrequency current to the catheter tip electrode for the purpose of ablation.

Reason for Recall

High rate of reported complaints for the loss of contact force information while using the TactiCath Quartz Contact Force Ablation Catheter

Details

Recalling Firm
Abbott
Units Affected
84104 devices
Distribution
Worldwide distribution.
Location
Plymouth, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
TactiCath Quartz Contact Force Ablation Catheter, Model Numbers: PN-004 065 (GTIN 07640157990033) and PN-004 075 (GTIN 07640157990040) - Product Usage: is a multi-electrode irrigated catheter with a deflectable tip designed to allow electrophysiological mapping of the heart and, when connected to an RF generator, to deliver radiofrequency current to the catheter tip electrode for the purpose of ablation.. Recalled by Abbott. Units affected: 84104 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
High rate of reported complaints for the loss of contact force information while using the TactiCath Quartz Contact Force Ablation Catheter
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 15, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2541-2020.