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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 14, 2017

AGB+ Pressure Injectable Multi-Lumen CVC Kit The Arrow Central Venous Catheters are intended to permit venous access to the central circulation by way of the femoral, jugular or subclavian veins.The ARROWg+ard Blue¿ Catheter permits venous access to the central circulation by way of the femoral, jugular, or subclavian veins. The ARROWg+ard¿ technology is intended to provide protection against catheter-related bloodstream infections. It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infe

Arrow International initiated the recall due to reports of safety cover disengagement and needlestick injury for the BD Eclipse Needle that are packaged with certain Arrow product…

Recall #
Z-2279-2017
Affected scope
N/A
Initiated
March 20, 2017
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Arrow International Inc recalled AGB+ Pressure Injectable Multi-Lumen CVC Kit The Arrow Central Venous Catheters are inte… - a moderate-severity action.

AGB+ Pressure Injectable Multi-Lumen CVC Kit The Arrow Central Venous Catheters are inte… was recalled by Arrow International Inc in June 14, 2017. Reason: Arrow International initiated the recall due to reports of safety cover disengagement and needlestick injury …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2279-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Arrow International Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Arrow International initiated the recall due to reports of safety cover disengagement and needlestick injury ….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
June 14, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2279-2017 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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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.

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Product description

AGB+ Pressure Injectable Multi-Lumen CVC Kit The Arrow Central Venous Catheters are intended to permit venous access to the central circulation by way of the femoral, jugular or subclavian veins.The ARROWg+ard Blue¿ Catheter permits venous access to the central circulation by way of the femoral, jugular, or subclavian veins. The ARROWg+ard¿ technology is intended to provide protection against catheter-related bloodstream infections. It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections nor is it indicated for long-term use (>30 days). The ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS¿ Multiple-Lumen Catheter permits venous access to the central circulation by way of the femoral, jugular, or subclavian veins. The ARROWg+ard¿ technology is intended to provide protection against catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI). It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections nor is it indicated for long-term use (>30 days). Clinical effectiveness of the ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS¿ catheter in preventing CRBSI's compared to the original ARROWg+ard Blue¿ catheter has not been studied

Reason for recall

Arrow International initiated the recall due to reports of safety cover disengagement and needlestick injury for the BD Eclipse Needle that are packaged with certain Arrow products.

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-2279-2017
Date reported June 14, 2017
Date initiated March 20, 2017
Recalling firm Arrow International Inc
Firm location Reading, PA
Affected scope N/A
Distribution Nationwide Distribution

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?
AGB+ Pressure Injectable Multi-Lumen CVC Kit The Arrow Central Venous Catheters are intended to permit venous access to the central circulation by way of the femoral, jugular or subclavian veins.The ARROWg+ard Blue¿ Catheter permits venous access to the central circulation by way of the femoral, jugular, or subclavian veins. The ARROWg+ard¿ technology is intended to provide protection against catheter-related bloodstream infections. It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections nor is it indicated for long-term use (>30 days). The ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS¿ Multiple-Lumen Catheter permits venous access to the central circulation by way of the femoral, jugular, or subclavian veins. The ARROWg+ard¿ technology is intended to provide protection against catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI). It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections nor is it indicated for long-term use (>30 days). Clinical effectiveness of the ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS¿ catheter in preventing CRBSI's compared to the original ARROWg+ard Blue¿ catheter has not been studied. Recalled by Arrow International Inc. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled?
Arrow International initiated the recall due to reports of safety cover disengagement and needlestick injury for the BD Eclipse Needle that are packaged with certain Arrow products.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 14, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2279-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution.
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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