Catheterization kits recalled after 10 injuries, 1 death: FDA

Teleflex and its subsidiary Arrow International recalled 334,995 catheter kits after receiving reports of increased resistance in the guidewire handle and chamber during use, the FDA said April 3. 

Advertisement

The recall applies to ARROW QuickFlash Radial Artery and Radial Artery/Arterial Line Catheterization Kits. The FDA said the kits could cause injury to blood vessel walls, narrowing of the blood vessels, artery blockage or death. To date, the agency has received reports of 10 injuries and one death related to the issue. 

Teleflex and Arrow first notified customers of the recall in February, urging them to immediately quarantine and return all affected products. 

 

Becker’s 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit is the top tier event that the people leading the future of pharmacy convene. This 3-day event is built specifically for Chief Pharmacy Officers and senior pharmacy leaders. The sessions examine the workforce, financial and clinical priorities shaping pharmacy today. Becker’s is where candid discussions flourish and new ideas thrive. Becker's 3rd Annual Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit

Advertisement

Next Up in Supply Chain

Advertisement

Comments are closed.