PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Duo-Flow Catheter Full Tray; MCDLT3500 MCDLT4000 MCDLT4400 MCDLT4424# Hemodialysis catheter insertion kits

Reported: September 5, 2018 Initiated: July 12, 2018 #Z-2936-2018

Product Description

Duo-Flow Catheter Full Tray; MCDLT3500 MCDLT4000 MCDLT4400 MCDLT4424# Hemodialysis catheter insertion kits

Reason for Recall

The suture wings have the potential to crack or break. Potential patient injury includes catheter dislocation, bleeding, and air emboli. The firm has received six complaints (29 broken suture wings) to date for malfunction, without serious injury or death.

Details

Units Affected
N/A
Distribution
Nationwide distribution; worldwide distribution.
Location
Harleysville, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Duo-Flow Catheter Full Tray; MCDLT3500 MCDLT4000 MCDLT4400 MCDLT4424# Hemodialysis catheter insertion kits. Recalled by Medical Components, Inc dba MedComp. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled?
The suture wings have the potential to crack or break. Potential patient injury includes catheter dislocation, bleeding, and air emboli. The firm has received six complaints (29 broken suture wings) to date for malfunction, without serious injury or death.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 5, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2936-2018.