Medtronic Vascular recalls specific SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for potential wire exposure. Learn what's affected and how to act.
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 complications. This affects catheters with the model number SA6ERADLST.
The catheter's design can cause the primary segment material to wear away, exposing the underlying stainless-steel wires. This could lead to complications like kinks or blockages in blood vessels during procedures.
Cardiovascular doctors and medical professionals who use this catheter for procedures are most at risk. Patients using this catheter during procedures may also be affected.
Check for the model number SA6ERADLST on the catheter. The catheter is designed for cardiovascular use and has a specific size (6F ERAD LEFT, SHORT TIP, .070").
Look for the model number SA6ERADLST on the catheter to confirm it's affected.
The recall states there is a potential risk of wire exposure, so it's not recommended for use until the remedy is applied.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic Vascular directly for guidance.
Check for the model number SA6ERADLST on the catheter, as this is the specific affected model.
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Subject: Recall Z-2718-2019 — 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-2718-2019 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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