Arrow EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT Recall: Risk of Dural Puncture

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What happened, in plain English

Arrow is recalling EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT (Product Code ALZANO-05400-B) because LOR syringes in the kits may fail, leading to dural puncture and requiring blood patches. This risk affects medical professionals using the kit for epidural procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The LOR syringes in the kit may fail during use, causing dural puncture (a tear in the protective membrane around the spinal cord). This can lead to serious complications like infection or nerve damage, requiring a blood patch to seal the leak.

Who’s affected

Medical professionals who use the recalled EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT for epidural procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving epidural anesthesia could also be affected if the kit is used incorrectly.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the Product Code ALZANO-05400-B on the kit. Affected lots include 71F19B0681, 71F19C0035, 71F19D2827, 71F19F2028, 71F19H1633, and 71F19K1574.

Brand
Arrow
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Stop Using Immediately
Discontinue use of the recalled EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT (Product Code ALZANO-05400-B) as it may cause dural puncture.

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Questions people ask

What is the product code for the recalled kit?

The product code is ALZANO-05400-B.

Which lots are affected?

Affected lots are 71F19B0681, 71F19C0035, 71F19D2827, 71F19F2028, 71F19H1633, and 71F19K1574.

Why is this kit being recalled?

The LOR syringes in the kit may fail, causing dural puncture and requiring a blood patch.

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Subject: Recall Z-1173-2020 — Arrow Arrow

Hello,

I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1173-2020 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-1173-2020 (January 15, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1173-2020 to see it in context.
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Arrow International Inc recalls EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT, Product Code ALZANO-05400-B

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