Arrow recalls Central Venous Catheterization Kits with Blue FlexTip Catheter (product code AK-04301) due to potential incorrect Springwire Guide. Affected kits expired Feb 2018 to Nov 2018.
These finished good kits may contain the incorrect Springwire Guide (SWG).
Arrow is recalling Central Venous Catheterization Kits with Blue FlexTip Catheter that may contain an incorrect Springwire Guide. This could lead to improper catheter placement and potential complications during medical procedures.
The kit may contain the wrong Springwire Guide, which could cause improper catheter placement. This might lead to complications like infection or incorrect blood sampling during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the kit for central venous catheterization are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with this kit could be affected if the incorrect guide is used.
Check for product code AK-04301 with expiration dates from February 2018 to November 2018. The kit includes a Blue FlexTip Catheter.
Verify the product code and expiration dates on the kit label.
The recall is for potential incorrect Springwire Guide, not for use errors. The kit may be safe if the guide is correct.
The recall does not specify how to identify the incorrect guide. Check with Arrow for details.
The recall does not provide a remedy. Check with Arrow for guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Arrow to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0657-2018 — Arrow Arrow Hello, I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-0657-2018 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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