Arrow recalls Hands-Off Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheters with Blue FlexTip due to potential packaging compromise affecting sterility. Affected models include HO-14703 and others listed. Contact Arrow for details.
The packaging may not be sealed. If the packaging is compromised in this manner, the sterility of the product cannot be guaranteed.
Arrow is recalling certain Hands-Off Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheters with Blue FlexTip because the packaging might not be sealed properly. This could mean the catheter isn't sterile, which is dangerous for medical use.
If the packaging isn't sealed, the catheter might not be sterile. This could lead to infections or other complications during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the catheters for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these catheters through medical facilities may also be affected.
Check for model numbers: HO-14703, 14F15G0105, 14F15H0230, 14F15L0085, 14F16A0438, 14F16C0142, 14F16D0060, 14F16F0046, 14F16F0564. These catheters are designed to work only with Arrow One-Piece Percutaneous Sheath Introducer Systems.
Look for signs that the packaging is not sealed properly, which could compromise sterility.
The packaging may not be sealed, which could mean the catheter isn't sterile and poses a risk of infection during medical procedures.
Affected models include HO-14703, 14F15G0105, 14F15H0230, 14F15L0085, 14F16A0438, 14F16C0142, 14F16D0060, 14F16F0046, and 14F16F0564.
The recall does not specify a stop-use instruction; check the packaging seal to ensure sterility.
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Subject: Recall Z-2819-2018 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-2819-2018 from Arrow. 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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