EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT with FlexTip Plus(R) EPIDURAL CATHETER -- Product SKU (Code) AP-08100. Epidural catheterization kit

Sterility may be compromised.

Arrow International, Inc. sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL letter dated October 29, 2010, to all affected customers. The letter identified the products, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to quarantine the product. If they had no affected product in stock, check the appropriate box on the Recall Acknowledgement & Stock Status Form and fax the form to Arrow's Customer Service fax number 800-343-2935. If they had affected stock, immediately quarantine the product and contact Arrow Customer Service at 800-523-8446 for a Return Authorization Number. If customers wished to return product for replacement, they were to consult their sales representative or Arrow Customer Service for information on product availability, substitutability, and lead times. Complete the enclosed Recall Acknowledgement & Stock Status Form and immediately fax the compoleted form to Arrow, Fax number 800-343-2935, Attn: Customer Service. Return any affected product freight collect, along with the original completed Recall Acknowledgement & Stock Status Form to: Arrow International, Inc. 312 Commerce Place Aheboro, NC 27203 Attn: Asheboro Quality Assurance Manager. For any questions regarding this recall call 800-523-8446.