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Alsius Cool Line Catheter, Model CL-2295A

FDA device recall Z-0502-2007 · posted 2007-02-15 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Alsius Corporation
Reason for recall
Testing by Alsius has identified that 6-10% of catheters from the three affected lots may exhibit a significant reduction in their heat exchange capacity.
Action taken
Customer letters were sent starting January 1, 2006 via FEDEX and DHL. Verification of receipt of the notification letter to level A will be undertaken by using tracked delivery requiring signature upon receipt . The Customer letters will notify consignees of the nature of the problem and provide instructions to return the product.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
NCX
Quantity affected
77
Distribution
Worldwide including USA, Austria, Canada, France, Greece, Japan, Norway, Spain & Switzerland
Date initiated
2007-01-01
Date posted
2007-02-15
Date terminated
2007-06-22
Location
Irvine, CA

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RecordFirmDate
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