Cook Disposable Reuter Tip Wire Guide: Heparin Coating Not Stated

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What happened, in plain English

Cook Inc. is recalling disposable Reuter Tip Deflect:ing Wire Guides because the label does not state that the product is heparin-coated. This could lead to improper use if the heparin coating is needed for medical procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The product is designed to be heparin-coated for medical use, but the label does not state this. Without knowing the coating, users might not apply it correctly, potentially causing complications during procedures.

Who’s affected

Medical professionals using the disposable Reuter Tip Deflecting Wire Guides for procedures are most at risk if the heparin coating is required but not labeled.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for catalog numbers DTDW-/-BW in the range 3730008 to 6164931 or F4374635 to F4791430, NS5034700 to NS5562947.

Brand
Cook Inc.
Category
Medical device

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Look for the catalog number on the product to determine if it falls within the affected ranges.

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Questions people ask

Is this product dangerous?

The product is not inherently dangerous, but the lack of heparin coating labeling could lead to improper use if the coating is required for medical procedures.

What should I do if I have this product?

Check the product's catalog number to see if it falls within the affected ranges listed in the recall notice.

How can I confirm if my product is affected?

Look for catalog numbers in the ranges: 3730008-6164931, F4374635-F4791430, or NS5034700-NS5562947.

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Subject: Recall Z-0955-2018 — Cook Inc. Cook Inc.

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I own a Cook Inc. that is covered by recall Z-0955-2018 from Cook Inc..

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?

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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0955-2018 (October 13, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0955-2018 to see it in context.
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