Arrow recalls Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Sets with Blue FlexTip Catheter (CS-15853-E) due to potential increased resistance during insertion, which may require medical intervention.
The recalling firm has received complaints related to increased resistance encountered when introducing the CVC over the spring wire guide. This may lead to procedural delay, and there may be need of medical intervention by exchanging the catheter for another CVC catheter.
Arrow is recalling Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Sets with Blue FlexTip Catheter (CS-15853-E) because they can cause increased resistance when inserting the catheter, potentially requiring medical intervention to exchange it. This could lead to procedural delays and additional medical steps.
The catheter may create higher resistance when being inserted over the spring wire guide, which could cause procedural delays and may require exchanging the catheter with another type to avoid complications.
Healthcare professionals using these catheters for central venous access procedures are most likely affected. Patients receiving these catheters may be at risk if insertion encounters resistance.
Check for the model number CS-15853-E on the product packaging or label. These sets were sold by Arrow International Inc. for central venous access procedures.
Verify the model number on the packaging or label to confirm if it matches CS-15853-E.
Arrow has received complaints about increased resistance when inserting the catheter over the spring wire guide, which may require medical intervention to exchange the catheter.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the product details to confirm if it matches CS-15853-E and contact Arrow for further guidance.
The recall indicates potential procedural delays and possible need for medical intervention, but no specific mention of serious injury or death.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Arrow to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2336-2018 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-2336-2018 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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