PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

8.5 Fr. X 10 cm ARROW+gard Blue PSI Kit Cath-Gard for use with 7.5 - 8 Fr.Catheters Product Code: CDC-29803-1A - Product Usage: The MACTM Two-Lumen Central Venous Access Device with ARROWg+ard Blue¿ permits venous access and catheter introduction to the central circulation. It may be inserted into the jugular, subclavian, or femoral veins. The ARROWg+ard¿ technology is intended to help provide protection against catheter-related infections. Clinical data have not been collected that demonstrate

Reported: October 2, 2019 Initiated: August 6, 2019 #Z-2555-2019

Product Description

8.5 Fr. X 10 cm ARROW+gard Blue PSI Kit Cath-Gard for use with 7.5 - 8 Fr.Catheters Product Code: CDC-29803-1A - Product Usage: The MACTM Two-Lumen Central Venous Access Device with ARROWg+ard Blue¿ permits venous access and catheter introduction to the central circulation. It may be inserted into the jugular, subclavian, or femoral veins. The ARROWg+ard¿ technology is intended to help provide protection against catheter-related infections. Clinical data have not been collected that demonstrate the use of the ARROWg+ard¿ antimicrobial surface in decreasing catheter-related infections for this device. It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections, nor is it indicated for long-term use.

Reason for Recall

Products may contain the incorrect banner card within the kit

Details

Recalling Firm
Arrow International Inc
Units Affected
520 eaches
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Location
Reading, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
8.5 Fr. X 10 cm ARROW+gard Blue PSI Kit Cath-Gard for use with 7.5 - 8 Fr.Catheters Product Code: CDC-29803-1A - Product Usage: The MACTM Two-Lumen Central Venous Access Device with ARROWg+ard Blue¿ permits venous access and catheter introduction to the central circulation. It may be inserted into the jugular, subclavian, or femoral veins. The ARROWg+ard¿ technology is intended to help provide protection against catheter-related infections. Clinical data have not been collected that demonstrate the use of the ARROWg+ard¿ antimicrobial surface in decreasing catheter-related infections for this device. It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections, nor is it indicated for long-term use.. Recalled by Arrow International Inc. Units affected: 520 eaches.
Why was this product recalled?
Products may contain the incorrect banner card within the kit
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 2, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2555-2019.