Fast-Cath Hemostasis Introducer, HEMOSTASIS INTRODUCER, 8.5F, 2.83 mm, REF 406143 - Product Usage: The Fast-Cath Hemostasis Introducers are indicated for the introduction of angiographic catheters, closed-end catheters, balloon catheters, and electrodes into a vessel where minimizing blood loss is essential.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Batch 6917183; UDI (01)15414734014219(17)220228(10)6917183 Batch 6950628; UDI (01)15414734014219(17)220331(10)6950628 Batch 7099144; UDI (01)15414734014219(17)220630(10)7099144
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Abbott Medical
Reason for Recall:
Three lots of Fast-Cath Hemostasis Introducer devices contained 8F sized dilators and sheaths instead of the expected 8.5F devices.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Fast-Cath Hemostasis Introducer, HEMOSTASIS INTRODUCER, 8.5F, 2.83 mm, REF 406143 - Product Usage: The Fast-Cath Hemostasis Introducers are indicated for the introduction of angiographic catheters, closed-end catheters, balloon catheters, and electrodes into a vessel where minimizing blood loss is essential.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Batch 6917183; UDI (01)15414734014219(17)220228(10)6917183 Batch 6950628; UDI (01)15414734014219(17)220331(10)6950628 Batch 7099144; UDI (01)15414734014219(17)220630(10)7099144

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0789-2020

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