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Z-0535-2007

FastCath Transseptal Catheter Introducers with Hemostasis Valve, DAIG division of St. Jude Medical...

Abbott Medical / initiated 2006-10-05 / Terminated

St. Jude Medical / Daig Division began a recall of FastCath Transseptal Catheter Introducers with Hemostasis Valve, DAIG division of St. Jude Medical, Minnetonka, MN, consists of a radiopaque sheath and... on . The reason FDA records is "Limited number of FastCath Transseptal Catheter Introducers (REF #406850) are susceptible to the irrigation extension tube on the side port becoming disconnected when a pull force is applied". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0535-2007
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Abbott Medical
Product
FastCath Transseptal Catheter Introducers with Hemostasis Valve, DAIG division of St. Jude Medical, Minnetonka, MN, consists of a radiopaque sheath and dilator; Product # 406850.
Product code
DYB Introducer, Catheter
Reason for recall
Limited number of FastCath Transseptal Catheter Introducers (REF #406850) are susceptible to the irrigation extension tube on the side port becoming disconnected when a pull force is applied.
FDA root cause
Other
Action
The affected customers were notified on 10/5/06 by letter.
Quantity in commerce
40 Units
Distribution
Nationwide.
Product codes and lots
Lot number 1239904