Medtronic Vascular recalls specific SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for potential wire exposure risk. Affected units may have stainless-steel braid wires exposed, risking 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 could have stainless-steel braid wires exposed, which might cause injury if the catheter is used improperly.
The catheter may have stainless-steel braid wires exposed due to loss of primary segment material. This could lead to injury if the catheter is used during procedures, as the exposed wires might cause tissue damage or other complications.
Healthcare professionals using the catheter for procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving the catheter during procedures may also be affected.
Check for the model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, FL4.0 SH, 100CM, 070", REF SA6FL40SH. The product was sold for cardiovascular use with GTIN: 00613994824226.
Verify the model and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.
The recall indicates a potential risk, so it is not recommended for use until the remedy is applied.
Check for the model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, FL4.0 SH, 100CM, 070", REF SA6FL40SH. The product was sold for cardiovascular use with GTIN: 00613994824226.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic Vascular directly for guidance.
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