Medtronic Vascular recalls SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters (6F, EBU4.0, 110cm) due to potential exposure of stainless steel wires. Affected units may have risk of 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 certain SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for cardiovascular use. The catheters could expose underlying stainless steel wires, potentially causing injury during medical procedures.
The catheter's primary segment material could break off, exposing the stainless steel braid wires. This may cause injury during medical procedures if the wires become tangled or kinked.
Cardiovascular doctors and medical staff using the recalled catheters for procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these catheters during procedures may also be affected.
Check for the model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, EBU4.0, 110CM.070", REF SA6EBU40A. The product was sold with GTIN: 00613994823519. All lot/serial numbers are affected.
Identify the model, size, and reference number to confirm if your catheter is affected.
The recall states there is a potential risk of wire exposure, so affected units should not be used until the remedy is applied.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic Vascular directly for guidance.
Check for the model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, EBU4.0, 110CM.070", REF SA6EBU40A. The product was sold with GTIN: 00613994823519.
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