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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

The D*Clot¿ HD Rotational Thrombectomy System is a percutaneous catheter-based system available in 6 French. The disposable system consists of an outer sheath through which a rotatable radiopaque spiral shaft extends ending in an eccentric blunt distal tip. Once activated, the shaft rotates at approximately 10.000 RPMs to break thrombus into smaller particles, which can be simultaneously aspirated using a dedicated vacuum syringe. The catheter is a stand-alone system and is powered by a 4.5 VDC

Reported: July 3, 2024 Initiated: May 1, 2024 #Z-2213-2024

Product Description

The D*Clot¿ HD Rotational Thrombectomy System is a percutaneous catheter-based system available in 6 French. The disposable system consists of an outer sheath through which a rotatable radiopaque spiral shaft extends ending in an eccentric blunt distal tip. Once activated, the shaft rotates at approximately 10.000 RPMs to break thrombus into smaller particles, which can be simultaneously aspirated using a dedicated vacuum syringe. The catheter is a stand-alone system and is powered by a 4.5 VDC alkaline battery pack in the control unit.

Reason for Recall

Internal product testing failed bubble leak testing (ASTM F2096), which indicates the sterility barrier may not be fully intact.

Details

Recalling Firm
Mermaid Medical A/S
Units Affected
190 devices
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of OH, MO, CO, NC, TX, MA, GA, FL, IL, IN, MD, PA, VA, and the country of Chile.
Location
Stenlose

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The D*Clot¿ HD Rotational Thrombectomy System is a percutaneous catheter-based system available in 6 French. The disposable system consists of an outer sheath through which a rotatable radiopaque spiral shaft extends ending in an eccentric blunt distal tip. Once activated, the shaft rotates at approximately 10.000 RPMs to break thrombus into smaller particles, which can be simultaneously aspirated using a dedicated vacuum syringe. The catheter is a stand-alone system and is powered by a 4.5 VDC alkaline battery pack in the control unit.. Recalled by Mermaid Medical A/S. Units affected: 190 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
Internal product testing failed bubble leak testing (ASTM F2096), which indicates the sterility barrier may not be fully intact.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 3, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2213-2024.