Atrium PVC 8 Fr Straight Thoracic Catheter Code Number: 8008

Labeling icon depicts a catheter having six (6) eyelets; however the correct number of eyelets on the 8 Fr and 10 Fr thoracic catheters is two (2)

Recall #: Z-1221-2017
Affected scope: 660 cases (10/case)
Initiated: January 20, 2017

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Atrium Medical Corporation recalled Atrium PVC 8 Fr Straight Thoracic Catheter Code Number: 8008 - a moderate-severity action.

Atrium PVC 8 Fr Straight Thoracic Catheter Code Number: 8008 was recalled by Atrium Medical Corporation in February 22, 2017. Reason: Labeling icon depicts a catheter having six (6) eyelets; however the correct number of eyelets on the 8 Fr a…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1221-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Atrium Medical Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Labeling icon depicts a catheter having six (6) eyelets; however the correct number of eyelets on the 8 Fr a….

Moderate
severity level: Class II
classification: February 22, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1221-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Atrium PVC 8 Fr Straight Thoracic Catheter Code Number: 8008

Reason for recall

Labeling icon depicts a catheter having six (6) eyelets; however the correct number of eyelets on the 8 Fr and 10 Fr thoracic catheters is two (2)

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-1221-2017
Date reported	February 22, 2017
Date initiated	January 20, 2017
Recalling firm	Atrium Medical Corporation
Firm location	Hudson, NH
Affected scope	660 cases (10/case)
Distribution	Nationwide

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Atrium PVC 8 Fr Straight Thoracic Catheter Code Number: 8008. Recalled by Atrium Medical Corporation. Units affected: 660 cases (10/case).

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Labeling icon depicts a catheter having six (6) eyelets; however the correct number of eyelets on the 8 Fr and 10 Fr thoracic catheters is two (2)

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 22, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1221-2017.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Nationwide.

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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