Arrow International Inc recalls Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue FlexTip(R) Catheter and Sharps Safety Features Product Usage:…

Recall date

November 27, 2017

Source

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

Recall number

Z-0994-2018

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Arrow International Inc

Sold / distributed

US in the states of OH, FL, SC, TX, KY, NJ, MI

Why it was recalled

Some of the products listed in the recall may be missing a sticker that contains the lot number, expiration date, and Unique Device Identification (UDI) information.

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

What was recalled

Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue FlexTip(R) Catheter and Sharps Safety Features Product Usage: The Arrow¿ CVC is indicated to provide short-term (< 30 days) central venous access for treatment of diseases or conditions requiring central venous access including, but not limited to:  multiple infusions of fluids, medications, or chemotherapy  infusion of fluids that are hypertonic, hyperosmolar, or have  divergent pH values  frequent blood sampling or blood/blood component infusions  infusion of incompatible medications  central venous pressure monitoring  lack of usable peripheral IV sites  replacement of multiple peripheral sites for IV access  injection of contrast media  When used for pressure injection of contrast media, do not exceed the maximum indicated flow rate for each catheter lumen. The maximum pressure of power injector equipment used with pressure injectable CVC may not exceed 400 PSI.