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Circular Mapping Catheter-Biosense Webster LASSO 2515 Variable Circular Mapping Catheter- The catheter is indicated for

FDA device recall Z-1704-2008 · posted 2008-08-25 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Biosense Webster Inc
Reason for recall
This recall was initiated after the firm received several complaints reporting issues with deflection. The catheter may become caught in the mitral valve, requiring surgical procedures, valve may be torn while trying to dislodge, unable to retract the catheter through the sheath and require surgical intervention to remove, pulling on catheter to remove may lead to large atrial septal tear, and sep
Action taken
A letter entitled, "Urgent Safety Field Notice" dated March 25, 2008, and certification form were sent to all customers and Johnson & Johnson affiliates who purchased the product in the past year as of March 25, 2008, due to the expiration date. For customers in the US, two letters and forms were sent out - one addressed to the EP/Cardiology Lab and a second to the Risk Management Office. If you have questions or have not received a letter contact Customer Service at 1-800-729-9010.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
DRF
Quantity affected
14,295 units for both products
Distribution
Nationwide and Worldwide to: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Columbia, Czechia, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary , Iran, Irela
Date initiated
2008-03-25
Date posted
2008-08-25
Date terminated
2012-05-03
Location
Diamond Bar, CA

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