Arrow International Inc recalls Arrow International, Inc. PICC Kits and VPS Access Kits with Touhy Borst Component Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic…

Recall date

July 30, 2015

Source

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

Recall number

Z-2489-2015

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Arrow International Inc

Sold / distributed

Worldwide Distribution - US nationwide and Internationally to Canada.

Why it was recalled

saline leakage from unsecured connections between the Touhy Borst adaptor and the hub of the catheter. No injuries reported.

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

What was recalled

Arrow International, Inc. PICC Kits and VPS Access Kits with Touhy Borst Component Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic, Ultrasound, Long Term Greater than 30 Days