Medtronic recalls specific SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for possible wire exposure. Affected units may have stainless steel 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 is recalling certain SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters used in cardiovascular procedures. The catheters may have stainless steel wires exposed, which could cause injury if used improperly.
The catheter may lose its primary segment material, exposing stainless steel braid wires. This could lead to injury if the catheter is used during procedures without proper protection.
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 SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F JR3.0, .070", REF SA6JR30. The product was sold with GTIN 00613994822413 and includes all lot/serial numbers.
Verify the model, size, and reference number to confirm if your catheter is affected.
The recall states there is a potential for wire exposure, so it is not safe to use without checking if it is recalled.
Check for the model SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F JR3.0, .070", REF SA6JR30. with GTIN 00613994822413.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic Vascular directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic Vascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2662-2019 — Medtronic Vascular Medtronic Vascular Hello, I own a Medtronic Vascular that is covered by recall Z-2662-2019 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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