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Multi-Med Single Lumen Catheters sold in Centurion convenience kits. The Multi-Med catheter is indicated for use in pati

FDA device recall Z-0647-2017 · posted 2016-12-02 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Centurion Medical Products Corporation
Reason for recall
The kits contain Multi-Med Single Lumen Catheters that have a potential for excess material to remain at the tip of the catheter from the manufacturing process. It is possible that the excess material may separate from the catheter during use and pose a potential risk of embolism, which could result in serious injury or death.
Action taken
Centurion sent an Urgent Recall Notice dated October 21, 2016, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to discontinue use of this product immediately, and forward a copy of this notice to other users to whom this product may have been further distributed. In addition, customers were instructed to complete the attached form at their earliest convenience and fax to 517-546-3356. For questions regarding this recall call 517-546-5400.
Root cause
Process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
FOZ
Quantity affected
1000 kits
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Date initiated
2016-10-21
Date posted
2016-12-02
Date terminated
2017-07-20
Location
Williamston, MI

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