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Device product

X-Force Nephrostomy Balloon Dilation Catheter Kit with Inflation Device, PTFE Sheath, 8 mm x 15 cm, Product Code 996081 The product is a dual lumen catheter with a 24 (8mm) or 30Fr (10mm) balloon mounted on the distal tip. It has a radiopaque tip and radiopaque marker beneath the balloon. It is recommended for use in the dilation of the nephrostomy tact and for placement of the working sheath.

Z-0363-2017

October 12, 2016

Class II

Product summary

Firm
C.R. Bard, Inc.
Event
Event 75452
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
192 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0363-2017

Official wording

Reason: Contract manufacturer packaged an incorrect sheath with the product. Packaged 30Fr instead of 24Fr.

Code information: Lot BMZCE039, Expiration Date 2018-12-31

Distribution pattern: Worldwide distribution: US distribution to: CA, KS, MO, NY, VA, WA, and to countries of: China, Italy, Sweden and United Kingdom.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Contract manufacturer packaged an incorrect sheath with the product. Packaged 30Fr instead of 24Fr.