Stryker Neurovascular recalls AXS Infinity LS Plus Long Sheath (70cm, 80cm, 90cm) due to brittle catheter shaft that may fracture during use. Affected medical devices sold in the US.
A design related issue can contribute to the device exhibiting brittle behavior. This behavior may result in fractures of the catheter shaft.
Stryker Neurovascular is recalling three sizes of AXS Infinity LS Plus Long Sheath catheters because they can become brittle and fracture, potentially causing injury during medical procedures. This risk affects doctors and medical staff using these devices in hospitals and clinics.
The catheter shaft can become brittle due to a design issue, which may cause it to fracture during medical procedures. Fractures could lead to complications like bleeding or damage to blood vessels.
Healthcare professionals using these catheters during procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these devices may also be affected if the catheter fractures during treatment.
Check for the AXS Infinity LS Plus Long Sheath with model numbers INC-11196-70 (70cm), INC-11196-80 (80cm), or INC-11196-90 (90cm). These devices were sold in the US and are used for medical procedures.
Look for the model number on the device label: INC-11196-70, INC-11196-80, or INC-11196-90.
Reach out to Stryker Neurovascular customer service at 855-91-NEURO (916-3876) for further assistance.
The catheter shaft can become brittle due to a design issue, which may cause it to fracture during medical procedures.
Check the model number on the device label and contact Stryker Neurovascular customer service at 855-91-NEURO (916-3876) for instructions.
Yes, if the catheter fractures during use, it could cause bleeding or damage to blood vessels.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker Neurovascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1708-2019 — Stryker Neurovascular Stryker Neurovascular Hello, I own a Stryker Neurovascular that is covered by recall Z-1708-2019 from Stryker Neurovascular. 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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