Arrow recalls FlexTip Plus Epidural Catheterization Kits with potential for dural puncture due to LOR syringe failures. Affected lots include 23F19A0301 through 23F19M0112. Consumers should check their kit's lot number and contact Arrow for details.
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. This may cause a leak of cerebrospinal fluid and require a blood patch to seal the hole. The risk is higher during epidural procedures where precise needle placement is critical.
Medical 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 improperly.
Check the lot number on the kit's packaging, which is listed as 23F19A0301 through 23F19M0112. The product code is AK-05501 for this specific recall.
Look for the lot number on the packaging, which should be one of the listed codes: 23F19A0301 through 23F19M0112.
The product code is AK-05501.
Failure could cause dural puncture, requiring a blood patch to seal the hole and potentially leading to serious complications.
Check the lot number on the packaging; affected lots are listed as 23F19A0301 through 23F19M0112.
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Subject: Recall Z-1172-2020 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1172-2020 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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