Atlas FDA

Kimberly-Clark / Ballard TRACH-CARE* MAC (Multi Access Catheter) for Neonates

FDA device recall Z-1083-03 · posted 2003-08-06 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Ballard Medical Products
Reason for recall
Incorrect plug was included in the multi access catheter pkg. When inserted in the 'Y' it may disengage, allowing a leak of ventilator gases.
Action taken
All consignees were notified by letter on 06/13/2003.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
BSY
Quantity affected
500 units
Distribution
Nationwide and to Belgium, Canada, Colombia, Germany, Japan, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom.
Date initiated
2003-06-13
Date posted
2003-08-06
Date terminated
2003-11-24
Location
Draper, UT

Monitor recalls programmatically

Recalls and clearances share one API, with change alerts when new recalls post.

Related 510(k) clearances

RecordFirmDate
TRACH CARE CATHETER (K872621)Ballard Medical Products1987-09-15