Medtronic, 10 Fr FlexCath Select Steerable Sheath 990065. The FlexCath Select Steerable Sheath (10 Fr Select) is used for percutaneous catheter introduction into the vasculature and chambers of the heart. The sheath is a single-use device and is not implantable.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot Number: 54790, 54860, 54876, 54877, 54878 ,72417, 72419.
  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:
Medtronic Inc. Cardiac Rhythm Disease Management
Reason for Recall:
Clinicians observed debris, appearing to originate from the hemostasis valve on the proximal end of the Steerable Sheath, outside of the patients bodies.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Medtronic, 10 Fr FlexCath Select Steerable Sheath 990065. The FlexCath Select Steerable Sheath (10 Fr Select) is used for percutaneous catheter introduction into the vasculature and chambers of the heart. The sheath is a single-use device and is not implantable.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot Number: 54790, 54860, 54876, 54877, 54878 ,72417, 72419.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1276-2015

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