Arrow International Inc recalls 1) Pressure Injectable ARROW(R) PICC Kit with Chlorag+ard(R) Technology The Pressure Injectable PICC with Chlorag+ard A…

Recall date

May 9, 2017

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2331-2017

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Arrow International Inc

Sold / distributed

Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Canada

Why it was recalled

Arrow International is recalling the affected product because the packaging may not be completely sealed, which may compromise sterility.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

1) Pressure Injectable ARROW(R) PICC Kit with Chlorag+ard(R) Technology The Pressure Injectable PICC with Chlorag+ard Antimicrobial and Antithrombogenic Technology is indicated for short-term or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, blood sampling, infusion, pressure injection of contrast media, and allows for central venous pressure monitoring