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Z-0394-2007

Recovery G2 Filter System - Jugular/Subclavian Delivery Kit, for use in the prevention of recurrent pulmonary...

Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc / initiated 2006-12-20 / Terminated

Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc began a recall of Recovery G2 Filter System - Jugular/Subclavian Delivery Kit, for use in the prevention of recurrent pulmonary embolism. Catalog Number RF-220J ***For Canada &... on . The reason FDA records is "This action is being taken because BPV has recently received three complaints for the device that involve reports of introducer sheath tip damage. The damage may result in loss of tip integrity". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0394-2007
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc
Product
Recovery G2 Filter System - Jugular/Subclavian Delivery Kit, for use in the prevention of recurrent pulmonary embolism. Catalog Number RF-220J ***For Canada & Australia only***
Product code
DTK Filter, Intravascular, Cardiovascular
Reason for recall
This action is being taken because BPV has recently received three complaints for the device that involve reports of introducer sheath tip damage. The damage may result in loss of tip integrity.
FDA root cause
Other
Action
Recall letters were sent to all consignees via Federal Express overnight delivery with signature receipt required on December 20, 2006. Each letter included a Recall and Effectiveness Check Form for each consignee to fill out and fax to Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc (BPV). Customers will be asked to immediately remove product from inventory and isolated from use and contact BARD for return authorization. All returned product will be destroyed.
Quantity in commerce
124 units
Distribution
Worldwide including USA, Australia, and Canada
Product codes and lots
Lot numbers: GFPK3279, GFPK3280, GFPK3281 & GFPK3282