Medtronic Vascular recalls specific SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for possible wire exposure risk. Affected units may have stainless steel wires exposed, requiring immediate action.
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 recall is due to a potential risk of stainless steel wires becoming exposed, which could cause complications during medical procedures.
The catheter may lose its primary segment material, exposing underlying stainless steel wires. This could lead to complications during procedures if the wires become tangled or cause injury.
Cardiovascular procedures require this catheter. Medical professionals using the specific model are most at risk.
Check for the model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, JR4.0, 55CM, 070", REF SA6JR40K. The product was sold with GTIN: 00613994822291.
Verify the model and serial numbers against the recall list provided by Medtronic Vascular.
The recall states there is a potential risk of wire exposure, so affected units should not be used until further instructions are received.
Check for the model: SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, JR4.0, 55CM, 070", REF SA6JR40K. The product was sold with GTIN: 00613994822291.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic Vascular directly for guidance.
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