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FDA Devices recall · Reported November 27, 2019

BIOFLO 8F SINGLE PLASTIC NON-FILLED; VALVED, UPN H965440210, Cat. No. 44-021 - Product Usage: Long-term access to the central venous system for administration of fluids including but not limited to hydration fluids, chemotherapy, analgesics, nutritional therapy and blood products. The device is also indicated for blood specimen withdrawal.

Snap lock connectors provided within implantable port kits may not meet dimensional specifications, and the catheter cannot be inserted into the snap lock connector prior to conne…

Recall #
Z-0503-2020
Affected scope
582
Initiated
September 18, 2019
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Angiodynamics Inc. (Navilyst Medical Inc.) recalled BIOFLO 8F SINGLE PLASTIC NON-FILLED; VALVED, UPN H965440210, Cat. No. 44-021 - Product Us… - a moderate-severity action.

BIOFLO 8F SINGLE PLASTIC NON-FILLED; VALVED, UPN H965440210, Cat. No. 44-021 - Product Us… was recalled by Angiodynamics Inc. (Navilyst Medical Inc.) in November 27, 2019. Reason: Snap lock connectors provided within implantable port kits may not meet dimensional specifications, and the c…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0503-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Angiodynamics Inc. (Navilyst Medical Inc.) issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Snap lock connectors provided within implantable port kits may not meet dimensional specifications, and the c….

Moderate
severity level
582 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
November 27, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0503-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0503-2020) was formally reported on November 27, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 18, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Angiodynamics Inc. (Navilyst Medical Inc.) is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Glens Falls, NY. Federal records list the affected scope as 582.

The documented reason for this recall is: Snap lock connectors provided within implantable port kits may not meet dimensional specifications, and the catheter cannot be inserted into the snap lock connector prior to connection to the port chamber, resulting in … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide in the state of CA, CT, FL, GA, IA, IN, KS, KY, MI, MO, MS, MT, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, WA, WI and country of Canada.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

582

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

BIOFLO 8F SINGLE PLASTIC NON-FILLED; VALVED, UPN H965440210, Cat. No. 44-021 - Product Usage: Long-term access to the central venous system for administration of fluids including but not limited to hydration fluids, chemotherapy, analgesics, nutritional therapy and blood products. The device is also indicated for blood specimen withdrawal.

Reason for recall

Snap lock connectors provided within implantable port kits may not meet dimensional specifications, and the catheter cannot be inserted into the snap lock connector prior to connection to the port chamber, resulting in a delay to the implantation procedure.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0503-2020
Date reported November 27, 2019
Date initiated September 18, 2019
Recalling firm Angiodynamics Inc. (Navilyst Medical Inc.)
Firm location Glens Falls, NY
Affected scope 582
Distribution Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide in the state of CA, CT, FL, GA, IA, IN, KS, KY, MI, MO, MS, MT, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, WA, WI and country of Canada.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

582 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
BIOFLO 8F SINGLE PLASTIC NON-FILLED; VALVED, UPN H965440210, Cat. No. 44-021 - Product Usage: Long-term access to the central venous system for administration of fluids including but not limited to hydration fluids, chemotherapy, analgesics, nutritional therapy and blood products. The device is also indicated for blood specimen withdrawal.. Recalled by Angiodynamics Inc. (Navilyst Medical Inc.). Units affected: 582.
Why was this product recalled?
Snap lock connectors provided within implantable port kits may not meet dimensional specifications, and the catheter cannot be inserted into the snap lock connector prior to connection to the port chamber, resulting in a delay to the implantation procedure.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 27, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0503-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide in the state of CA, CT, FL, GA, IA, IN, KS, KY, MI, MO, MS, MT, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, WA, WI and country of Canada..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0503-2020) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported November 27, 2019.

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