Arrow recalls Blue Plus Multi Lumen CVCs with incorrect Springwire Guide (SWG) from Feb 2018. Affected units may cause complications during medical procedures.
These finished good kits may contain the incorrect Springwire Guide (SWG).
Arrow is recalling Blue Plus Multi Lumen Central Venous Catheters that might have the wrong Springwire Guide. This could lead to complications during medical procedures if used incorrectly.
The recalled catheters might contain the wrong Springwire Guide (SWG), which could lead to improper placement or complications during medical procedures. This is a manufacturing error that affects the device's functionality.
Healthcare professionals using these catheters for medical procedures. Patients receiving treatment with the recalled devices are at risk if the incorrect guide causes complications.
Check for product code AK-45703-ACDC with expiration dates from February 2018 to November 2018. Lot numbers 13F17C0102 and 13F16M0264 are also associated with this recall.
Verify the product code and expiration dates to confirm if your catheter is affected.
The recall is for potential manufacturing errors that could lead to complications during medical procedures, but the risk is low.
Check for product code AK-45703-ACDC with expiration dates from February 2018 to November 2018 and lot numbers 13F17C0102 or 13F16M0264.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Arrow International for further guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Arrow to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0656-2018 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-0656-2018 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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