Covidien LLC recalls Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kit w/VenaTrac Stylet 14.5 Fr x 33cm Item Code: 8888145050C

Recall date

April 23, 2015

Source

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

Recall number

Z-1896-2015

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Covidien LLC

Sold / distributed

Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong, Kong, India, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Libya, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Nether…

Why it was recalled

Catheters may not meet antimicrobial specification

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

What was recalled

Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kit w/VenaTrac Stylet 14.5 Fr x 33cm Item Code: 8888145050C