Sterilmed recalls ACUSON diagnostic ultrasound catheters reprocessed beyond validated cycles. This may cause infection, vascular injury, or embolism. Affected units have specific lot codes and serial numbers.
Affected catheters were reprocessed beyond validated cycles. This may compromise device sterility or mechanical integrity of the device and can lead to severe adverse events such as infection, vascular injury or embolism.
Sterilmed is recalling ACUSON diagnostic ultrasound catheters that were reprocessed beyond their validated cycle limits. This could lead to infections, vascular damage, or embolisms if used improperly.
The catheters were reprocessed beyond the manufacturer's validated cycle limits. This can compromise sterility or mechanical strength, potentially causing infections, vascular injuries, or blood clots in the bloodstream.
Healthcare professionals using the ACUSON catheters for diagnostic ultrasound imaging are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with these catheters may face complications.
Check for lot codes starting with 10888551004732 and serial numbers listed in the product description. The catheters are designed for use with Siemens systems and have specific model numbers.
Look for lot codes starting with 10888551004732 and serial numbers listed in the product description.
The catheters were reprocessed beyond validated cycles, which may compromise sterility or mechanical integrity, leading to infections, vascular injuries, or embolisms.
Check for lot codes starting with 10888551004732 and serial numbers listed in the product description.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Sterilmed directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Sterilmed to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0574-2026 — Sterilmed Sterilmed Hello, I own a Sterilmed that is covered by recall Z-0574-2026 from Sterilmed. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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