Arrow recalls a central line insertion kit that does not include essential safety checklists for proper use, potentially increasing risks during medical procedures.
Products do not contain the Central Venous Catheter Placement Procedures Note or the Central Line Insertion Checklist, which is a tool intended to guide clinicians in the use of best practices during central line insertions.
Arrow is recalling a central line insertion kit because it lacks critical safety checklists that guide clinicians during procedures. This omission could lead to errors or complications if used without the required tools.
The kit does not include the Central Venous Catheter Placement Procedures Note or Central Line Insertion Checklist, which are tools designed to help clinicians follow best practices during central line insertions. Without these, there's a potential for procedural errors or complications.
Healthcare professionals who use this kit for central line insertions may be affected. Those most at risk are clinicians performing the procedure without the necessary checklists.
This kit has model numbers 23F16H0387 or 23F16H0595 and was sold with specific catheter sizes. It is used for central line insertions and may be found in medical settings.
Ensure the kit includes the Central Venous Catheter Placement Procedures Note and Central Line Insertion Checklist.
The kit does not contain the Central Venous Catheter Placement Procedures Note or Central Line Insert: Insertion Checklist, which are tools intended to guide clinicians during central line insertions.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so users should check if the kit includes the required checklists and contact Arrow for guidance.
The recall indicates a potential risk for procedural errors if used without the necessary checklists, but the hazard level is low risk as no specific injury mechanism is described.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Arrow to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1158-2018 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-1158-2018 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
