Medtronic Vascular recalls SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER models with potential wire exposure. Learn what to do if you own this device for cardiovascular 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 Vascular is recalling a specific type of cardiovascular catheter due to a risk of internal wires becoming exposed, which could cause complications during procedures. This affects patients who use the catheter for medical procedures.
The catheter may lose its outer protective layer, exposing internal stainless-steel wires. This could lead to complications during procedures if the wires become tangled or cause injury.
Patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures who use the recalled catheter model are most at risk. The recall applies to specific catheter models sold for medical use.
Check for the model name SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, AL1.0 110CM .070", REF SA6AL10A. The product was sold for cardiovascular procedures.
Identify the model and serial number to confirm if your catheter is affected.
The recall states there is a potential risk of 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.
Look for the model name SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, AL1.0 110CM .070", REF SA6AL10A. for cardiovascular use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtr: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2565-2019 — Medtr: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") Medtr: a short, human brand name for Hello, I own a Medtr: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima") that is covered by recall Z-2565-2019 from Medtr: a short, human brand name for headings (e.g. "Trsmima"). 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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