Arrow FlexTip Plus Epidural Kit Recall: Risk of Dural Puncture

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What happened, in plain English

Arrow is recalling FlexTip Plus Epidural Catheterization Kits that may cause dural puncture during use. This could lead to a blood patch being needed to treat the injury.

Why it’s dangerous

The LOR syringes in the kit can fail, causing the needle to puncture the dura (protective layer around the spinal cord). This may require a blood patch to seal the leak.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals using the kit for epidural procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving epidural anesthesia may also be affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the product code on the kit packaging. Affected lots are listed as 13F18J0481 through 13F19G0613. The product is sold by Arrow International.

Brand
Arrow
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Look for the product code on the kit packaging to determine if it's in the affected lots listed.

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Questions people ask

Why is this kit being recalled?

The LOR syringes in the kit can fail, causing dural puncture which may require a blood patch.

What should I do if I have the kit?

Check the product code on the packaging. If it's in the affected lots, contact Arrow for instructions.

Is there a risk of serious injury?

Yes, dural puncture can occur, which may require a blood patch to treat the injury.

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Subject: Recall Z-1193-2020 — Arrow Arrow

Hello,

I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1193-2020 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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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-1193-2020 (January 15, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1193-2020 to see it in context.
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Arrow International Inc recalls FlexTip Plus Epidural Catheterization Kit, Product Code CA-02220

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