Abbott NC Traveler Coronary Catheter Recall: Balloon Deflation Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Abbott is recalling certain coronary dilatation catheters because they may have trouble deflating the balloon. This could cause problems during medical procedures if the catheter is used incorrectly.

Why it’s dangerous

The catheter's balloon may not deflate properly during use, which could lead to complications like blockages or tissue damage. This issue occurs in medical procedures where the catheter is used to open blocked blood vessels.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals who use these catheters for medical procedures are affected. Patients receiving these catheters through a doctor's prescription are at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the part number 1013158-12 on the catheter packaging. The device is not cleared for US distribution and was sold with a specific lot number (90813G1).

Brand
Abbott Vascular
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for the part number 1013158-12 on the catheter packaging or label.

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Questions people ask

Is this catheter safe to use?

The recall states this device is not cleared for commercial distribution in the United States, so it should not be used.

What should I do if I have this catheter?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Abbott Vascular directly for guidance.

Is this catheter available in the US?

No, the device is not cleared for US distribution.

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Subject: Recall Z-1144-2020 — Abbott Vascular Abbott Vascular

Hello,

I own a Abbott Vascular that is covered by recall Z-1144-2020 from Abbott Vascular.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1144-2020 (January 29, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1144-2020 to see it in context.
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Abbott Vascular recalls NC TRAVELER Coronary Dilatation Catheter, REF 1013158-12, Rx Only,NC Traveler RX 4.5 X 12MM The NC Traveler RX Coronary

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