Class 2 Device Recall NxStage Cartridge Express with Speedswap

• Date Initiated by Firm: January 29, 2024
• Date Posted: February 27, 2024
• Recall Status: Open, Classified
• Recall Number: Z-1191-2024
• Recall Event ID: 93886
• 510(K)Number: K183158
• Product Classification: Dialyzer, high permeability with or without sealed dialysate system - Product Code KDI
• Product: NxStage Cartridge Express with Speedswap, Catalog No. CAR-535. An accessory device for facilitating the removal and replacement of a flow-compromised filter during treatment of acute and chronic renal failure or fluid overload.
• Code Information: UDI-DI M535CAR5350; Package DI M535CAR5355 Lots 20878001, 30978013, 30978032, 31178011, 31178019
• Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer: NxStage MDS Corporation; 350 Merrimack St; Lawrence MA 01843-1748
• For Additional Information Contact: NxStage Medical; 866-697-8243
• Manufacturer Reason for Recall: Product is recalled due to reports of blood leaking or spraying from the arterial line on the cartridge.If this failure occurs, a patient may experience uncontrolled blood loss or a healthcare professional could be exposed to infectious patient blood.
• FDA Determined Cause: Component design/selection
• Action: The firm began notifying affected customers on January 29, 2024. Customers were informed that the issue may occur when the needleless access port located next to the filter has been accessed and there is a buildup of pressure in the circuit. Customers were instructed to inspect their inventory for affected product and quarantine recalled product. Customers should not use affected product and should ensure all users of the CAR-535 are aware of the notice. Customers should contact NxStage Customer Service at 1-866-NXSTAGE (1-866-697-8243) to arrange for the return of all affected products. This number may also be contacted if you have any questions or comments.
• Quantity in Commerce: 693
• Distribution: US domestic distribution to Dialysis Centers located in AZ, CA, CO, GA, IL, IN, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, TN, TX, VA, WI. No international distribution.
• Total Product Life Cycle: TPLC Device Report

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² Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
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• 510(K) Database: 510(K)s with Product Code = KDI