Class 2 Device Recall MultiLumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue FlexTip(R)

• Date Initiated by Firm: May 09, 2017
• Create Date: June 12, 2017
• Recall Status: Terminated on September 17, 2018
• Recall Number: Z-2332-2017
• Recall Event ID: 77232
• 510(K)Number: K993691
• Product Classification: Catheter,intravascular,therapeutic,short-term less than 30 days - Product Code FOZ
• 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
• 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
• Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer: Arrow International Inc; 2400 Bernville Rd; Reading PA 19605-9607
• For Additional Information Contact: 610-378-0131
• Manufacturer Reason for Recall: Arrow International is recalling the affected product because the packaging may not be completely sealed, which may compromise sterility.
• FDA Determined Cause: Packaging
• Action: Arrow International sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification Letter dated May 11, 2017, to affected customers. The firm's notification letter is requesting that customers immediately assess their current inventory and to discontinue and quarantine any product with the specific lot codes listed in the letter. In addition, customers were asked to complete the Recall Acknowledgement form and fax or email it back to Customer Service so they can receive a Returns Good Authorization Number for the product's return. Customers with questions were instructed to contact their local sales representative or Customer Service at 1-866-246-6990.
• Quantity in Commerce: 27,485 units distributed in U.S., 4,371 units distributed internationally
• Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Canada
• Total Product Life Cycle: TPLC Device Report

¹ A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls.
² Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
³ For details about termination of a recall see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 §7.55.

• 510(K) Database: 510(K)s with Product Code = FOZ