Synovis VASCU-GUARD Peripheral Vascular Patch in the following sizes and product codes: 1x6cm, product code 1504026, 0.8x8cm, product code 1504028, 1x10cm, product code 1504030, and 2x9cm, product code 1504032. VASCU-GUARD is packaged between two pieces of foam within a double sterile barrier pouch system. The contents of the unopened, undamaged package are sterile. VASCU-GUARD is intended for use in peripheral vascular reconstruction including the carotid, renal, iliac, femoral, profunda, and tibial blood vessels and arteriovenous access revisions.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
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Recall Details
- Company:
- Synovis Surgical Innovations, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Baxter healthcare is recalling specific product codes of Vascu-Guard Peripheral Vascular Patch due to complaints received for difficulty in distinguishing the smooth from rough surface.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Synovis VASCU-GUARD Peripheral Vascular Patch in the following sizes and product codes: 1x6cm, product code 1504026, 0.8x8cm, product code 1504028, 1x10cm, product code 1504030, and 2x9cm, product code 1504032. VASCU-GUARD is packaged between two pieces of foam within a double sterile barrier pouch system. The contents of the unopened, undamaged package are sterile. VASCU-GUARD is intended for use in peripheral vascular reconstruction including the carotid, renal, iliac, femoral, profunda, and tibial blood vessels and arteriovenous access revisions.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
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Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1637-2015
Related Recalls
Synovis, a subsidiary of Baxter International Inc., is recalling certain shipments of VASCUGUARD and DURA-GUARD because Synovis, a subsidiary of Baxter International Inc., is recalling certain shipments of VASCUGUARD and DURA-GUARD because the shipping configurations in which the 6 fluid ounce units containing a specific revision of the Instructions for Use (IFU) shipped in a divided cell shipping
Synovis, a subsidiary of Baxter International Inc., is recalling certain shipments of VASCUGUARD and DURA-GUARD because Synovis, a subsidiary of Baxter International Inc., is recalling certain shipments of VASCUGUARD and DURA-GUARD because the shipping configurations in which the 6 fluid ounce units containing a specific revision of the Instructions for Use (IFU) shipped in a divided cell shipping