Medtronic Vascular recalls specific SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for possible loss of primary segment material exposing steel wires, which could cause 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 used in cardiovascular procedures. The catheters may have a risk of exposing underlying steel wires, which could lead to injury if the catheter is used improperly.
The catheter may lose its outer protective layer, exposing the inner steel wires. This could cause injury if the catheter is moved or manipulated during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals who use these catheters for cardiovascular procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with the recalled catheters could also be affected.
Check for the model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F JL6.0 SH, .070", REF SA6JL60SH. The product was sold with specific lot/serial numbers and a GTIN of 00613994822420.
Identify the model and lot/serial numbers 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.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic Vascular directly for guidance.
Check for the model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F JL6.0 SH, .070", REF SA6JL60SH. The product was sold with specific lot/serial numbers and a GTIN of 00613994822420.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic Vascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2696-2019 — Medtronic Vascular Medtronic Vascular Hello, I own a Medtronic Vascular that is covered by recall Z-2696-2019 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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