Arrow recalls EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT (Product Code FR-05501-12) due to potential LOR syringe failures causing dural puncture and blood patches. Affected lots listed in the recall notice.
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 a specific epidural catheterization kit because its LOR syringes might fail, leading to dural puncture and requiring blood patches. This is a serious risk for medical procedures involving spinal anesthesia.
The LOR syringes in the kit may fail during use, causing accidental puncture of the dura (spinal membrane). This can lead to spinal fluid leakage and may require a blood patch to seal the leak.
Healthcare professionals using the kit for epidural procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving spinal anesthesia through this kit could experience complications.
Check the product code FR-05501-12 on the kit. Affected lots include specific batch numbers listed in the recall notice.
Identify the lot number on the kit to see if it matches the affected lots listed in the recall.
The LOR syringes in the kit may fail, causing dural puncture and requiring a blood patch.
Check the lot number against the affected lots listed in the recall notice. If it matches, contact Arrow for guidance.
The recall notice does not specify a fix; affected kits should be checked against the list and contacted for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Arrow to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1199-2020 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1199-2020 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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