Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Devices recall · Reported July 17, 2019
MAHURKAR and Argyle acute hemodialysis catheters, Material numbers 8813793009 8813793013 8813794005 8813794009 8813816005 8813816009 8813817005 8813817009 8815668007 8815668011 8815668021 8815668027 8817142005 8817143005 8817145005 8817146001 8817146007 8817149007 8817232018 8817232019 8817277007 8817277011 8817277021 8817277027 8830414001 8830414002 8830415001 8830415003 8830416001 8830416003 8830416021 8830416023 8831173010 8831173011 8831173012 8831661001 8
The priming volume values printed on the MAHURKA and Argyle acute catheters and Instructions for Use (IFU) are higher than the volumes required to fill each lumen.
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Covidien LLC recalled MAHURKAR and Argyle acute hemodialysis catheters, Material numbers 8813793009 8813793013… - a moderate-severity action.
MAHURKAR and Argyle acute hemodialysis catheters, Material numbers 8813793009 8813793013… was recalled by Covidien LLC in July 17, 2019. Reason: The priming volume values printed on the MAHURKA and Argyle acute catheters and Instructions for Use (IFU) ar…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1955-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Covidien LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The priming volume values printed on the MAHURKA and Argyle acute catheters and Instructions for Use (IFU) ar….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 2.2M units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- July 17, 2019
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1955-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1955-2019) was formally reported on July 17, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on April 29, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Covidien LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mansfield, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 2,223,067, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.
The documented reason for this recall is: The priming volume values printed on the MAHURKA and Argyle acute catheters and Instructions for Use (IFU) are higher than the volumes required to fill each lumen. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide domestic distribution. Foreign distribution to Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Latin America, and Hong Kong.. Distribution scope 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, 3 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.
Medical Devices recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
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.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
2,223,067
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Product description
MAHURKAR and Argyle acute hemodialysis catheters, Material numbers 8813793009 8813793013 8813794005 8813794009 8813816005 8813816009 8813817005 8813817009 8815668007 8815668011 8815668021 8815668027 8817142005 8817143005 8817145005 8817146001 8817146007 8817149007 8817232018 8817232019 8817277007 8817277011 8817277021 8817277027 8830414001 8830414002 8830415001 8830415003 8830416001 8830416003 8830416021 8830416023 8831173010 8831173011 8831173012 8831661001 8831662001 8831663001 8831663002 8831663021 8831663022 8832539001 8832539002 8832539003 8832539006 8832539007 8888115132 8888115133 8888115162 8888115163 8888115192 8888115193 8888115242 8888115243 8888135131 8888135132 8888135133 8888135134 8888135135 8888135136 8888135137 8888135138 8888135139 8888135140 8888135141 8888135142 8888135161 8888135162 8888135163 8888135164 8888135165 8888135166 8888135167 8888135168 8888135191 8888135192 8888135193 8888135194 8888135195 8888135196 8888135197 8888135198 8888135241 8888135242 8888135243 8888135244 8888135245 8888135246 8888135247 8888135248 8888340629 8888340637 8888345504 8888345512 8888345520 8888345538 8888345603 8888345611 8888345629 8888345637 8888101001HP 8888101002HP 8888101003HP 8888101004HP 8888102003HP 8888102004HP 8888103001HP 8888103002HP 8888103003HP 8888103004HP 8888104003HP 8888104004HP 8888340629HP 8888340637HP 8888345504HP 8888345512HP 8888345520HP 8888345538HP 8888345603HP 8888345611HP 8888345629HP 8888345637HP
Reason for recall
The priming volume values printed on the MAHURKA and Argyle acute catheters and Instructions for Use (IFU) are higher than the volumes required to fill each lumen.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-1955-2019 |
| Date reported | July 17, 2019 |
| Date initiated | April 29, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Covidien LLC |
| Firm location | Mansfield, MA |
| Affected scope | 2,223,067 |
| Distribution | Nationwide domestic distribution. Foreign distribution to Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Latin America, and Hong Kong. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (Z-1955-2019) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
MAHURKAR and Argyle acute hemodialysis catheters, Material numbers 8813793009 8813793013 8813794005 8813794009 8813816005 8813816009 8813817005 8813817009 8815668007 8815668011 8815668021 8815668027 8817142005 8817143005 8817145005 8817146001 8817146007 8817149007 8817232018 8817232019 8817277007 8817277011 8817277021 8817277027 8830414001 8830414002 8830415001 8830415003 8830416001 8830416003 8830416021 8830416023 8831173010 8831173011 8831173012 8831661001 8831662001 8831663001 8831663002 8831663021 8831663022 8832539001 8832539002 8832539003 8832539006 8832539007 8888115132 8888115133 8888115162 8888115163 8888115192 8888115193 8888115242 8888115243 8888135131 8888135132 8888135133 8888135134 8888135135 8888135136 8888135137 8888135138 8888135139 8888135140 8888135141 8888135142 8888135161 8888135162 8888135163 8888135164 8888135165 8888135166 8888135167 8888135168 8888135191 8888135192 8888135193 8888135194 8888135195 8888135196 8888135197 8888135198 8888135241 8888135242 8888135243 8888135244 8888135245 8888135246 8888135247 8888135248 8888340629 8888340637 8888345504 8888345512 8888345520 8888345538 8888345603 8888345611 8888345629 8888345637 8888101001HP 8888101002HP 8888101003HP 8888101004HP 8888102003HP 8888102004HP 8888103001HP 8888103002HP 8888103003HP 8888103004HP 8888104003HP 8888104004HP 8888340629HP 8888340637HP 8888345504HP 8888345512HP 8888345520HP 8888345538HP 8888345603HP 8888345611HP 8888345629HP 8888345637HP. Recalled by Covidien LLC. Units affected: 2,223,067.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The priming volume values printed on the MAHURKA and Argyle acute catheters and Instructions for Use (IFU) are higher than the volumes required to fill each lumen.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 17, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1955-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide domestic distribution. Foreign distribution to Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Latin America, and Hong Kong..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1955-2019) 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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