Medtronic Vascular recalls specific SHERPA NX catheters for potential wire exposure. Affected units may have stainless steel wires exposed, risking injury during procedures.
There is a potential for extensive loss of primary segment material exposing underlying stainless-steel braid wires on a subset of 6F Sherpa catheters.
Medtronic Vascular is recalling a specific type of cardiovascular catheter due to a risk of stainless steel wires becoming exposed. This could lead to injury during medical procedures if the catheter is used improperly.
The catheter's design may cause the primary segment material to wear away, exposing the underlying stainless steel braid wires. This could lead to injury if the wires snag or cause damage during procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the recalled catheter for cardiovascular procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing these procedures with the affected catheter could face complications.
Check for the model name 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER', size 6F ERAD RIGHT SHORT TIP, and diameter .070" with reference number SA6ERADRST. The product was sold for cardiovascular use.
Identify the model, size, and reference number to confirm if your catheter is affected.
Reach out to Medtronic Vascular for guidance on next steps if you have the affected catheter.
The recall indicates a potential risk, so it is not recommended for use until confirmed safe by the manufacturer.
Contact Medtronic Vascular directly to determine the next steps for affected units.
Check for the model 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER', size 6F ERAD RIGHT SHORT TIP, and reference number SA6ERADRST.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtr: Vascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2730-2019 — Medtr: Vascular Medtr: Vascular Hello, I own a Medtr: Vascular that is covered by recall Z-2730-2019 from Medtr: Vascular. 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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