Arrow Nerve Block Component — Class II medical device recall Z-0573-2015
Terminated recall by Arrow International Inc, reported 2014-12-17, distributed nationwide. Arrow is recalling certain lots of the Continuous Nerve Block Component, Product Code: AB-18040-N, due to a la
| Recall number | Z-0573-2015 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Arrow International Inc, Reading, PA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2014-11-10 |
| Classified | 2014-12-09 |
| Reported by FDA | 2014-12-17 |
| Terminated | 2016-09-08 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Quantity | 786 |
| Reason classes | labeling |
| Lot numbers | RF0035689, RF0074365, RF1057898, RF2010131, RF2096425 |
Product
Arrow Nerve Block Component, Product Code: AB-18040-N: Permits placement of catheters next to nerves and nerve plexuses for continuous nerve block anesthesia or analgesia techniques for periods not exceeding 72 hours.
Reason for recall
Arrow is recalling certain lots of the Continuous Nerve Block Component, Product Code: AB-18040-N, due to a labeling inconsistency. The product lidstock incorrectly identifies the needle in the finished good as 17Ga rather than the correct 18Ga. The product included in the package is the correct 18Ga size. No injuries or illnesses have been reported.
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