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Vascular Solutions, SuperCross Microcatheter, Sterilized using ethylene oxide, Rx Only, Model num...

FDA Device Recall #Z-0868-2013 — Class II — January 29, 2013

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-0868-2013
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated January 29, 2013
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Vascular Solutions, Inc.
Location Maple Grove, MN
Product Type Devices
Quantity 4731

Product Description

Vascular Solutions, SuperCross Microcatheter, Sterilized using ethylene oxide, Rx Only, Model numbers 5300 - 5307, 5324, 5325, 5329, 5332, 5336, 5340, and 5341. Product Usage: The SuperCross catheter is intended to be used in conjunction with steerable guidewires to access discrete regions of the coronary and/or peripheral vasculature. It may be used to facilitate placement and exchange of guidewires and other interventional devices and to subselectively infuse/deliver diagnostic and therapeutic agents

Reason for Recall

Vascular Solutions, Inc has discovered a potential problem with a number of lots of Supercross microcatheters. A potential for surface contamination on aged catheters was observed during in-house testing.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide including the states of AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, CD, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL ,IN, IA, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI,MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT VA, WA, WV, WI, WY and AUSTRIA, CANDA, DENMARK, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, ISRAEL,. ITALY, MEXICO, NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, SPAIN, SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, TAIWAN, TURKEY, UNITED KINGDOM.

Lot / Code Information

559450, 551750, 552370, 552761, 552840, 552954, 553267, 553647, 553931, 554269, 554270, 554413. 555958, 557192, 557824, 558222, 558894, 559827, 560215, 551751, 552371, 552841, 553090, 553218, 553434, 553529, 554029, 554268, 554271, 555759, 555953, 557251, 559570, 559981, 560253, 560079, 560080, 554123, 556182, 558905, 560114, 554210, 555991, 556842, 557253, 554209, 555223, 555992, 556536, 556747, 557124, 558327, 558991, 560115, 561206, 554208, 555490, 555993, 556674, 556843, 558018, 558798, 559707, 560433, 561207, 554040, 555007, 555224, 555358, 558542, 560434, 561459, 554122, 555008, 555225, 555994, 558992, 561208, 560221, 560222, 560223, 560995, 560996.

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Z-0112-2021 Class I Langston Dual Lumen Catheter. Aug 31, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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