PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Arrow International FiberOptix Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Kit (IAB) 8 Fr 30 cc; Product Number: IAB-05830-LWS. The IAB is utilized for intra-aortic balloon counter-pulsation therapy.

Reported: April 17, 2013 Initiated: November 27, 2012 #Z-1064-2013

Product Description

Arrow International FiberOptix Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Kit (IAB) 8 Fr 30 cc; Product Number: IAB-05830-LWS. The IAB is utilized for intra-aortic balloon counter-pulsation therapy.

Reason for Recall

Potential to have an internal leak at the fill port of the stainless steel tip, which may necessitate removal and replacement of the catheter.

Details

Recalling Firm
Arrow International Inc
Units Affected
188 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- USA, Belgium, Great Britain, Italy, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Russia, Slovenia, Turkey, and South Africa.
Location
Reading, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Arrow International FiberOptix Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Kit (IAB) 8 Fr 30 cc; Product Number: IAB-05830-LWS. The IAB is utilized for intra-aortic balloon counter-pulsation therapy.. Recalled by Arrow International Inc. Units affected: 188 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential to have an internal leak at the fill port of the stainless steel tip, which may necessitate removal and replacement of the catheter.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 17, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1064-2013.