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EKOS EndoWave Infusion System and EKOS Lysus Infusion Systems - drug delivery catheters. EKOS Corporation Bothell, WA Pa

FDA device recall Z-0577-2007 · posted 2007-03-08 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Ekos Corp
Reason for recall
Ekos Corporation received three reports that distal radiopaque marker bands on the EndoWave Drug Delivery Catheter became detached from the catheter during use and remained in the patient.
Action taken
On 2/9/07 the firm faxed and sent via certified return receipt an URGENT: Device Recall letter to their consignees. The letters requested to immediately examine stock and segregate all recalled products. In addition, the firm''s representatives will contact, via phone or visit, each of the consignees. Product is to be returned to the firm.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
KRA
Quantity affected
446 distributed
Distribution
Nationwide.
Date initiated
2007-02-09
Date posted
2007-03-08
Date terminated
2008-05-07
Location
Bothell, WA

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