Medtronic recalls specific SHERPA NX Active Guiding Catheters for potential wire exposure. Learn product details and safety steps.
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 due to a risk of internal wire exposure. This could lead to complications if the catheter is used improperly.
The catheter may lose its primary segment material, exposing stainless-steel braid wires. This could cause tissue damage or other complications during procedures if the catheter is used improperly.
Cardiovascular doctors and medical professionals who use the recalled catheters for procedures. Patients receiving these catheters during treatment are at risk if the catheter is used incorrectly.
Check for the model 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F JL4.0, .070", REF SA6JL40.' The product was sold with GTIN 00613994822208. All lot and serial numbers are included in the recall.
Verify the model number and serial number against the recall list 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 the recall details.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medtronic Vascular directly for guidance.
Check for the model 'SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F JL4.0, .070", REF SA6JL40.' with GTIN 00613994822208.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic Vascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2616-2019 — Medtronic Vascular Medtronic Vascular Hello, I own a Medtronic Vascular that is covered by recall Z-2616-2019 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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