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Arrow NextStep Antegrade Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter. Product is used for attaining long-term vascular access for hemo

FDA device recall Z-2883-2011 · posted 2011-07-30 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Arrow International Inc
Reason for recall
Firm has received complaints indicating breakage and/or separation of the stylet within the Arrow(R) NextStep(R) Antegrade Catheters.
Action taken
An "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated June 28, 2011 was issued to consignees. The letter requested that customers check their stock, cease use and distribution, and quarantine all affected product. Consignees were further directed to complete the "Recall Acknowledgement & Stock Status Form", return the form to their sales representative, and return affected product as instructed on the letter. For questions or concerns, call 1-800-233-3187.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
MSD
Quantity affected
41
Distribution
United States (states of CA, DE, FL, MI, NC, and TN).
Date initiated
2011-06-28
Date posted
2011-07-30
Date terminated
2012-04-16
Location
Reading, PA

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