PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Critical Class I Terminated

REF VV19F Reinforced Dual Lumen Cannula, 19Fr., Sterile EO, DISPOSABLE: DO NOT RE-USE CE 0473 Product Usage: The OriGen RDLC catheter is indicated for use as a single cannula for both venous drainage and arterial re-infusion of blood in the internal jugular vein during extracorporeal life support procedures of six hours or less.

Reported: November 14, 2018 Initiated: March 30, 2015 #Z-0269-2019

Product Description

REF VV19F Reinforced Dual Lumen Cannula, 19Fr., Sterile EO, DISPOSABLE: DO NOT RE-USE CE 0473 Product Usage: The OriGen RDLC catheter is indicated for use as a single cannula for both venous drainage and arterial re-infusion of blood in the internal jugular vein during extracorporeal life support procedures of six hours or less.

Reason for Recall

Potential for clear extension tube to separate from the hub, which could result in blood loss and may require intervention to prevent permanent impairment/damage

Details

Recalling Firm
OriGen Biomedical, Inc.
Units Affected
134
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of: AR, AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, LA, MA, MI, MO, NC, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TX, WA, and WI OUS: Belgium, Canada, Germany, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Poland, Spain Sweden, Thailand and United Kingdom
Location
Austin, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
REF VV19F Reinforced Dual Lumen Cannula, 19Fr., Sterile EO, DISPOSABLE: DO NOT RE-USE CE 0473 Product Usage: The OriGen RDLC catheter is indicated for use as a single cannula for both venous drainage and arterial re-infusion of blood in the internal jugular vein during extracorporeal life support procedures of six hours or less.. Recalled by OriGen Biomedical, Inc.. Units affected: 134.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential for clear extension tube to separate from the hub, which could result in blood loss and may require intervention to prevent permanent impairment/damage
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 14, 2018. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0269-2019.