Medical Device
Manufacturing
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Z-0502-2007

Alsius Cool Line Catheter, Model CL-2295A

Alsius Corp. / initiated 2007-01-01 / Terminated

Alsius Corporation began a recall of Alsius Cool Line Catheter, Model CL-2295A on . The reason FDA records is "Testing by Alsius has identified that 6-10% of catheters from the three affected lots may exhibit a significant reduction in their heat exchange capacity". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0502-2007
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Alsius Corp.
Product
Alsius Cool Line Catheter, Model CL-2295A
Product code
NCX System, Hypothermia, Intravenous, Cooling
Reason for recall
Testing by Alsius has identified that 6-10% of catheters from the three affected lots may exhibit a significant reduction in their heat exchange capacity.
FDA root cause
Other
Action
Customer letters were sent starting January 1, 2006 via FEDEX and DHL. Verification of receipt of the notification letter to level A will be undertaken by using tracked delivery requiring signature upon receipt . The Customer letters will notify consignees of the nature of the problem and provide instructions to return the product.
Quantity in commerce
77
Distribution
Worldwide including USA, Austria, Canada, France, Greece, Japan, Norway, Spain & Switzerland
Product codes and lots
Lot numbers: 16174