FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#161832

Product

Large Volume Abdominal Paracentesis Kit

FDA product code
KDDKit, Surgical Instrument, Disposable
Device class
Class 1
Medical specialty
General, Plastic Surgery
510(k) numbers
K874063
Affected lot / code info
AK 00376

Why it was recalled

Product packaging may not be completely sealed.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Component design/selection

Action the firm took

On October 24, 2017 and Urgent Medical Device Recall letter was issued to customers to review inventory and if there's any affected stock, to immediately discontinue use, quarantine and prepare to return to recalling firm. Questions or concerns can be directed to 1-855-419-8507 or 1-866-246-6990

Recalling firm

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

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationally

Timeline

Recall initiated
2017-10-24
Terminated
2020-04-17
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #161832. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.