—#154713

Product

Two-Lumen Hemodialysis Catheterization Kit with Blue Flex Tip(R), ARROWg+ard Blue(R) Catheter, Sharps Safety Features and Maximal Barrier Precautions for High Volume Infusions. The MAC(TM) Multi-Lumen Central Venous Access Device with ARROWg+ard Blue(R) permits venous access and catheter introduction to the central circulation. It may be inserted into the jugular, subclavian, or femoral veins. The ARROWg+ard(R) technology is intended to help provide protection against catheter-related infections. Clinical data have not been collected that demonstrate the use of the ARROWg+ard(R) antimicrobial surface in decreasing catheter-related infections for this device. It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections, nor is it indicated for long-term use.

FDA product code: FOZ — Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic, Short-Term Less Than 30 Days
Device class: Class 2
Medical specialty: General Hospital
510(k) numbers: K002507
Affected lot / code info: Material NumberASK-22122-MM

Why it was recalled

Arrow International initiated the recall due to reports of safety cover disengagement and needlestick injury for the BD Eclipse Needle that are packaged with certain Arrow products.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Under Investigation by firm

Action the firm took

Arrow International sent an Urgent Medical Device Notification Letter dated April 5, 2017, to affected customers to inform them of the issue. The notice provided safety instructions for using the product and instructed customers to return the enclosed acknowledgement form indicating the notice was received, and fax it to 855-419-8507, Attn: Customer Service or email to recalls@teleflex.com. Customers with questions were instructed to call 1-866-246-6990. For questions regarding this recall call 610-378-0131.

Recalling firm

Firm: Arrow International Inc
Address: 2400 Bernville Rd, Reading, Pennsylvania 19605-9607

Distribution

Distribution pattern: Nationwide Distribution

Timeline

Recall initiated: 2017-03-20
Terminated: 2018-12-18
Status: —

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #154713. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.