Medtronic Vascular recalls SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters (6F JL4.0 SH) due to potential exposure of stainless steel wires. Affected units have specific model and lot numbers.
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 certain SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for cardiovascular use. The recall is due to a risk of stainless steel wires being exposed, which could cause injury during medical procedures.
The catheter's primary segment material could become exposed, revealing stainless steel braid wires. This exposure might cause injury during medical procedures if the wires are accidentally contacted.
Healthcare professionals using the catheters for cardiovascular procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these catheters during medical treatments may also be affected.
Check for the model SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F JL4.0 SH, .070", REF SA6JL40SH. The product was sold with specific lot and serial numbers.
Identify the model and lot/serial numbers to confirm if your catheter is affected.
The recalled model is SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F JL4.0 SH, .070", REF SA6JL40SH.
The recall states there is a potential for extensive loss of primary segment material exposing underlying stainless-steel braid wires, which could cause injury during medical procedures.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check with Medtronic Vascular for further instructions.
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