Arrow 8.5 Fr X 16 cm Quad-Lumen Catheter Kit Recall: Incorrect Banner Card Risk

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Recalling firmArrow International Inc2400 Bernville Rd · Reading, PA 19605-9607

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What happened, in plain English

Arrow is recalling a specific catheter kit that might contain an incorrect banner card. This could lead to errors during medical procedures if the wrong card is used.

Why it’s dangerous

The kit may include an incorrect banner card, which could lead to using the wrong catheter size or type during medical procedures. This might cause procedural errors or complications if the banner card is misinterpreted.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals using this catheter kit for central venous access procedures. Patients receiving such procedures are at risk if the incorrect banner card causes procedural errors.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for Product Code AK-42854-P1A on the kit. The kit is intended for central venous catheterization procedures and was sold with Lot Number 13F18H0499.

Brand
Arrow
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Kit Contents
Verify the presence of the correct banner card in the kit. If unsure, contact Arrow for confirmation.

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Questions people ask

Is this recall dangerous?

The recall is for a potential incorrect banner card, which could lead to procedural errors but does not pose an immediate risk of serious injury.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Look for Product Code AK-42854-P1A and Lot Number 13F18H0499 on the kit.

What should I do if I have the recalled product?

Check the kit for the correct banner card. If unsure, contact Arrow directly for assistance.

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Subject: Recall Z-2556-2019 — Arrow Arrow

Hello,

I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-2556-2019 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-2556-2019 (August 6, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2556-2019 to see it in context.
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