Arrow recalls FlexTip Plus Epidural Catheterization Kits with potential LOR syringe failures causing dural puncture and blood patches. Affected kits have specific product codes and lots.
There is the potential for various failures with the LOR (loss of resistance) syringes included in the kits resulting in dural puncture with some also requiring a blood patch.
Arrow is recalling FlexTip Plus Epidural Catheterization Kits that may cause dural puncture due to LOR syringe failures. This could require a blood patch and poses a risk of serious complications during epidural procedures.
The LOR syringes in the kit can fail, leading to dural puncture (a hole in the protective membrane around the spinal cord). This may require a blood patch to seal the hole and can cause serious complications during epidural procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the FlexTip Plus Epidural Catheterization Kit for epidural procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving epidural anesthesia may also be affected if the kit is used incorrectly.
Check for product code ASK-05500-TM on the kit. Affected lots include 23F19E0116, 23F19G0501, and 23F19K0188. The kit is sold by Arrow International Inc.
Verify the product code and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your kit is affected.
The LOR syringes may fail, causing dural puncture which could require a blood patch and lead to serious complications during epidural procedures.
Check for product code ASK-05500-TM and affected lots: 23F19E0116, 23F19G0501, or 23F19K0188.
The recall does not specify a stop-use instruction; healthcare professionals should check if their kit is affected before continuing use.
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Subject: Recall Z-1176-2020 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1176-2020 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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