Arrow PICC Kit Recall: Incorrect Catheter Component Risk

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Recalling firmArrow International Inc2400 Bernville Rd, N/A · Reading, PA 19605-9607

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What happened, in plain English

Arrow is recalling PICC kits that might have a 55cm catheter instead of the required 40cm. Using the wrong size could cause complications during medical procedures. This affects specific kits with CDC 34041 VPS lot numbers 23F17A0037 and 23F17B0035.

Why it’s dangerous

The kit might include a 55cm catheter instead of the required 40cm. This size mismatch could lead to complications during medical procedures, such as improper insertion or dislodgement. The risk is specific to the catheter size and not a general safety issue.

Who’s affected

Healthcare providers using Arrow PICC kits with CDC 34041 VPS lot numbers 23F17A0037 and 23F17B0035 are most at risk. Patients receiving these kits may face complications if the catheter size is incorrect.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the CDC 34041 VPS lot numbers 23F17A0037 and 23F17B0035 on the kit packaging. The product is an Arrow PICC kit powered by Arrow VPS Stylet.

Brand
Arrow
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Kit Details
Verify the lot number on the kit packaging to see if it matches 23F17A0037 or 23F17B0035.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific problem with these kits?

The kits may contain a 55cm catheter instead of the required 40cm, which could cause complications during medical procedures.

Which kits are affected?

Kits with CDC 34041 VPS lot numbers 23F17A0037 and 23F17B0035.

Do I need to stop using these kits?

The recall does not specify a stop-use instruction; affected kits should be checked for the correct lot numbers.

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Subject: Recall Z-0690-2018 — Arrow Arrow

Hello,

I own a Arrow that is covered by recall Z-0690-2018 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.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0690-2018 (October 17, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0690-2018 to see it in context.
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