Medtronic Vascular recalls specific SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for potential wire exposure risk. Learn product details and safety steps.
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. This could lead to complications during medical procedures if the catheter is used improperly.
The catheter's primary segment material could become exposed, revealing stainless-steel braid wires. This might cause complications during procedures if the wires are not properly secured or if the catheter is used incorrectly.
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 name 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F SAL1.0 SH, .070"', reference number 'SA6SAL10SH', and the GTIN 00613994823182. The recall covers all lot and serial numbers of this specific catheter.
Identify the model, reference number, and GTIN to confirm if your catheter is affected.
Inform your medical team if you have the recalled catheter to discuss potential risks and next steps.
The recall indicates a potential risk, so it is recommended to check if your catheter is affected before use.
Contact your healthcare provider to discuss whether to stop using it or take other safety steps.
Look for the model name 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F SAL1.0 SH, .070"', reference number 'SA6SAL10SH', and GTIN 00613994823182.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic Vascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2705-2019 — Medtronic Vascular Medtronic Vascular Hello, I own a Medtronic Vascular that is covered by recall Z-2705-2019 from Medtronic 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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