Medtronic recalls specific SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for potential wire exposure. Affected models include 6F EBU5.0 SH, .070" with reference SA6EBU50SH. Contact for return instructions.
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 is recalling a specific type of cardiovascular catheter that may expose internal wires, risking injury during procedures. This affects certain models sold with the reference number SA6EBU50SH.
The catheter may lose its outer protective layer, exposing internal stainless-steel wires. This could cause injury if the wires snag or move during procedures.
Cardiovascular doctors and medical staff who use the recalled catheters are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with these catheters could be affected.
Check for the model name 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER', size 6F, and reference number SA6EBU50SH. The product was sold with GTIN 00613994824592.
Identify the model, size, and reference number to confirm if your catheter is affected.
The recall states there is a potential risk, so it is not safe to use without checking if it's affected.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic for instructions.
Look for the model 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER', size 6F, and reference number SA6EBU50SH.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic Vascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2747-2019 — Medtronic Vascular Medtronic Vascular Hello, I own a Medtronic Vascular that is covered by recall Z-2747-2019 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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