Arrow FlexTip Plus Pediatric Epidural Kit: Risk of Dural Puncture

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What happened, in plain English

Arrow is recalling pediatric epidural catheter kits that could cause dural puncture (a spinal injury) during use. This risk requires immediate action to prevent serious complications.

Why it’s dangerous

The LOR syringes in the kit may fail, causing accidental puncture of the spinal membrane (dura). This can lead to spinal fluid leakage and requires a blood patch to seal the hole.

Who’s affected

Pediatric patients receiving epidural anesthesia using this specific kit. Healthcare providers administering the kit are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for product code EC-05520-P on the kit. Affected lots include 71F19B2227, 71F19E1297, 71F19G1231, 71F19G2158, 71F19H2674, and 71F19J0430.

Brand
Arrow
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Stop Using Immediately
Discard the affected kit if you have it. Do not use the kit for any pediatric lumbar epidural procedures.

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Questions people ask

Why is this kit being recalled?

The LOR syringes in the kit may fail, causing dural puncture (spinal injury) that requires a blood patch to fix.

What should I do if I have this kit?

Stop using it immediately and discard the kit. Do not use for any pediatric lumbar epidural procedures.

Which lots are affected?

Lots 71F19B2227, 71F19E1297, 71F19G1231, 71F19G2158, 71F19H2674, and 71F19J0430.

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Subject: Recall Z-1196-2020 — Arrow Arrow

Hello,

I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1196-2020 from Arrow.

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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1196-2020 (January 15, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1196-2020 to see it in context.
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Arrow International Inc recalls FlexTip Plus Epidural Catheterization Set for Pediatric Lumbar Placement, Product Code EC-05520-P

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