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