Medtronic Vascular recalls SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER models with potential for stainless steel wire exposure. Learn what to do if you own this device.
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 inside the device. This could cause serious injury during medical procedures.
The catheter's primary segment material may break off, exposing the underlying stainless steel braid wires. This could cause injury during medical procedures if the wires are not properly managed.
Patients and medical professionals who use the recalled catheter for cardiovascular procedures. Those with the specific model and lot numbers are most at risk.
Check for the model name 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER', size 6F, IMA SH, 100CM, 070", and reference number SA6IMASH. The device is used for cardiovascular procedures.
Identify the model, size, and reference number to confirm if your catheter is recalled.
The recall indicates a potential risk, so it is not recommended for use until the remedy is applied.
Check the product details to confirm if it is recalled; if so, contact Medtronic Vascular for guidance.
The recall record does not specify a replacement process or remedy.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtr: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2585-2019 — Medtr: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") Medtr: a short, human brand name for Hello, I own a Medtr: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") that is covered by recall Z-2585-2019 from Medtr: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima"). 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.
