Embolectomy Catheters (Models A44XX, A4FXX, CE0XXXST, and CE0XXX): Model Numbers & Description: ...
FDA Device Recall #Z-2446-2012 — Class II — August 9, 2012
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2446-2012 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | August 9, 2012 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Applied Medical Resources Corp |
| Location | Rancho Santa Margarita, CA |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 40,238 units for all products in Recall Event |
Product Description
Embolectomy Catheters (Models A44XX, A4FXX, CE0XXXST, and CE0XXX): Model Numbers & Description: A4402, 3F-40CM, SYNTEL RT-EMB; A4403, 3F-80CM, SYNTEL RT-EMB; A4404, 4F-40CM, SYNTEL RT-EMB; A4405, 4F-80CM, SYNTEL RT-EMB; A4406, 5F-80CM, SYNTEL RT-EMB; A4407, 6F-80CM, SYNTEL RT-EMB; A4408, 7F-80CM, SYNTEL RT-EMB; A4F00, 2F-60CM (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; A4F01, 2F-80CM, (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; A4F02, 3F-40CM, (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; A4F03, 3F-80CM, (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; A4F04, 4F-40CM, (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; A4F05, 4F-80CM, (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; A4F06, 5F-80CM, (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; A4F07, 6F-80CM, (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; A4F08, 7F-80CM, (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; CE0260ST, L2F-60CM PREM SYNTEL CATH; CE0280ST, L2F-80CM PREM SYNTEL CATH; CE0340ST, 3F-40cm (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; CE0380ST, 3F-80CM PREM SYNTEL CATH; CE0440ST, 4F-40CM PREM SYNTEL CATH; CE0480ST, 4F-80CM PREM SYNTEL CATH; CE0580ST, 5F-80CM PREM SYNTEL CATH; CE0680ST, 6F-80cm (PREM) SYNTEL CATHETER; CE0780ST, 7F-80CM PREM SYNTEL CATH; CE0340, 3F-40cm, SYNTEL RT-EMB; CE0380, 3F-80cm, SYNTEL RT-EMB; CE0440, 4F-40cm, SYNTEL RT-EMB; CE0480, 4F-80cm, SYNTEL RT-EMB; CE0580, 5F-80cm, SYNTEL RT-EMB; CE0680, 6F-80cm, SYNTEL RT-EMB; CE0780, 7F-80cm SYNTEL RT-EMB. BARD Embolectomy Catheters are indicated for the removal of emboli and thrombi from the peripheral arterial system. These devices consist of a catheter body with a latex-free balloon on the distal end and an inflation hub on the proximal end.
Reason for Recall
Applied Medical is recalling specific lot numbers of its Vascular Catheters because they may have a potential for packaging particulate matter to reside on the product.
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of United Arab Emirates, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Germany, Ecuador, Estonia, Spain, France, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Republic of Korea, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Serbia, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, and South Africa.
Lot / Code Information
Model Numbers: Lot Numbers A4402: 1157054, 1163804, 1170473. A4403: 1157060, 1162689, 1166031, 1169109. A4404: 1160223, 1163803, 1166725, 1171181. A4405: 1155214, 1157053, 1161472, 1162967, 1164628, 1168912. A4406: 1155428, 1162945, 1167745, 1170042. A4407: 1154478, 1162866, 1168604. A4408: 1163626. A4F00: 1164152, 1164627, 1168666. A4F01: 1156256, 1160007, 1163628, 1168231. A4F02: 1156522, 1161792, 1170399. A4F03: 1155855, 1157052, 1161793, 1160310, 1159725, 1163215, 1163961, 1167855, 1169632, 1164626, 1165853. A4F04: 1155427, 1160221, 1161791, 1156935, 1171883, 1169729, 1167751, 1165778, 1163384, 1172598. A4F05: 1155854, 1154446, 1156936, 1155230, 1161471, 1160222, 1159414, 1161998, 1163216, 1163962, 1167440, 1166463, 1164625, 1165323, 1168911. A4F06: 1155856, 1154435, 1158624, 1161997, 1164149, 1165777, 1169013. A4F07: 1171170, 1156271, 1167414, 1164151. A4F08: 1168855, 1155648. CE0260ST: 1164307, 1168569. CE0280ST: 1164351. CE0340ST: 1164348. CE0380ST: 1164308, 1164337, 1166033, 1169029, 1166281, 1166032. CE0440ST: 1164336, 1168610. CE0480ST: 1164303, 1164302, 1164335, 1164304, 1166468, 1168605, 1166284, 1166283. CE0580ST: 1164345, 1164346, 1168613. CE0680ST: 1164330, 1166470. CE0780ST: 1164354. CE0340: 1166904. CE0380: 1164344. CE0440: 1164347, 1168609. CE0480: 1164343. CE0580: 1164349. CE0680: 1164353 CE0780: 1169926.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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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.