Medtronic Vascular recalls SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER models with potential wire exposure. Learn if your catheter is affected and what to do.
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 internal wires becoming exposed, which could cause serious complications during medical procedures. This recall affects catheters with the model number 6F MAC4.0, .070", REF SA6MAC40.
The catheter's primary segment material can degrade, exposing the underlying stainless-steel braid wires. This could lead to complications like kinking, blockages, or tissue damage during procedures.
Cardiovascular patients undergoing procedures with the recalled catheter model are most at risk. Healthcare providers using this specific catheter for medical treatments may also be affected.
Check for the model number 6F MAC4.0, .070", REF SA6MAC40. on the catheter packaging or label. The recall covers all lot and serial numbers of this specific catheter type.
Look for the model number 6F MAC4.0, .070", REF SA6MAC40. on the catheter or its packaging.
The recall indicates a potential risk, but the catheter is not unsafe for all users. Only specific models with the described characteristics are affected.
Check for the model number 6F MAC4.0, .070", REF SA6MAC40. on the catheter or its packaging. All lot and serial numbers are included in this recall.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic Vascular directly for guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtr: Vascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2707-2019 — Medtr: Vascular Medtr: Vascular Hello, I own a Medtr: Vascular that is covered by recall Z-2707-2019 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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