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Medtronic Bio-Medicus Insertion Kits, Model number 96553, Pediatric Insertion Kit, Sterile; and Model number 96551, Venous Insertion Kit, Sterile.

FDA Recall Z-0003-2022 · Posted None

Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeDWF
Date Initiated2021-09-13
Product Quantity168 kits

Reason for Recall

There was a label mix-up between two model numbers resulting in the incorrect guidewire being contained in the kits for both model numbers.

Firm Action

The recalling firm issued letters dated September 2021 beginning 9/13/2021 via 2-day UPS delivery to consignees. For outside of the United States, the recall letter will be delivered via regionally-approved methods to consignees who received the product. The letter explains the issue and requests the consignee review their inventory for the affected product. The product is to be immediately quarantined and returned after first contacting Customer Service. A Customer Confirmation Form was enclosed to be returned via email. The letter was to be shared with others within their organization as appropriate and to any other locations who have received the product through a transfer. Consignees are asked to review the Medtronic Urgent Medical Device Recall notification and follow the Recommended Actions, including quarantining and returning all unused affected Bio-Medicus Insertion Kits in their inventory.

Root Cause

Under Investigation by firm

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the state of Massachusetts and the countries of Belgium, France, Germany Japan, Korea, Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Turkey.

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

View FDA Recall →

Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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