Medtronic Vascular recalls SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER 6F 3DRIGHT model due to potential exposure of stainless-steel wires. Affected units have specific lot/serial numbers and GTIN.
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 because it may expose underlying steel wires during use. This could lead to serious complications if the wires become exposed.
The catheter's primary segment material may break off, exposing the stainless-steel braid wires. This could cause tissue damage or other complications if the wires become exposed during procedures.
Cardiovascular patients and medical professionals who use the recalled catheter model. Those with the specific lot or serial numbers are most at risk.
Check the catheter's model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F 3DRIGHT, .070", REF SA63DRIGHT. Look for the GTIN: 00613994823809 and all lot/serial numbers.
Identify the catheter model, GTIN, and lot/serial numbers to confirm if it's affected.
The recall indicates a potential risk, so affected units should not be used until the remedy is applied.
Check the product details to confirm if it's affected; if yes, contact Medtronic Vascular for instructions.
The lot and serial numbers are listed on the catheter packaging or label with the GTIN: 00613994823809.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtr: Vascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2660-2019 — Medtr: Vascular Medtr: Vascular Hello, I own a Medtr: Vascular that is covered by recall Z-2660-2019 from Medtr: 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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