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Device product

Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue FlexTip(R), ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS(R) Catheter and Sharps Safety Features. The multiple-lumen catheter permits venous access to the central circulation by the way of the femoral, jugular, or subclavian veins. The ARROWg+ard Blue Plus antimicrobial catheter is intended to help provide protection against catheter-related infections. It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections nor is it indicated for long-term use. Catheter, Intravascular, Therapeutic, Short-Term Less Than 30 Days

Z-2332-2017

May 09, 2017

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Arrow International Inc
Event
Event 77232
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
27,485 units distributed in U.S., 4,371 units distributed internationally
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-2332-2017

Official wording

Reason: Arrow International is recalling the affected product because the packaging may not be completely sealed, which may compromise sterility.

Code information: Material number: ASK-45703-AH, CDC-42703-1A, CDC-42703-1A, CDC-42854-1A, CDC-45703-1A, CDC-45703-A1A, CDC-45703-B1A, CDC-45854-1A, CDC-47702-1A Device Listing D213817

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Canada

Derived failure modes

  • Labeling or packaging

    reason.labeling_packaging · v1.0.0

    packaging may not be completely sealed, which may compromise
  • Sterility assurance

    reason.sterility_assurance · v1.0.0

    packaging may not be completely sealed, which may compromise sterility