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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

C2 CryoBalloon Focal Catheter, REF FG-1009. C2 CryoBalloon Ablation System is used as a cryosurgical tool in the field of general surgery, specifically for endoscopic applications.

Z-2256-2018

March 30, 2018

Class II

Product summary

Firm
PENTAX of America Inc
Event
Event 80180
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
57 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-2256-2018

Official wording

Reason: The catheter alignment arrow printed onto the strain relief is not aligned with the detachment feature of the catheter connector, resulting in the potential for the catheter to be attached to the controller in the detach orientation. In this orientation, the catheter is not securely attached to the controller and may be partially (~1cm) ejected from controller.

Code information: Lot Codes: 02132018-01 & 02162018-03

Distribution pattern: Distribution US nationwide.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    The catheter alignment arrow printed onto the strain relief is not aligned with the detachment feature of the catheter connector, resulting in the potential for the catheter to be attached to the controller in the detach orientation. In this orientation, the catheter is not securely attached to the controller and may be partially (~1cm) ejected from controller.