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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Pressure Injectable Arrowg+ard Blue Plus Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit. Permits venous access to central circulation by way of subclavian, jugular and femoral veins. The ARROWg+ard technology is intended to provide protection against catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs). It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections nor is it indicated for long-term use (>30 days). Clinical effectiveness of the ARROW g+ard Blue Plus catheter in preventing CRBSIs compared to the original ARROWg+ard Blue catheter has not been studied

Z-1879-2017

March 17, 2017

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Arrow International Inc
Event
Event 76935
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
310 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1879-2017

Official wording

Reason: Arrow International is recalling due to possible voids in the catheter hub, which could lead to an interlumen crossover.

Code information: Product Codes ASK-45703-PRWJ1, ASK-45703-PUAB1, and ASK-45703-PUPM Lot # 13F16L0105, 23F16K0180 and 13F16L0199

Distribution pattern: US Distribution to NJ, IL, and PA

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Arrow International is recalling due to possible voids in the catheter hub, which could lead to an interlumen crossover.