HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewire; 0.035 OD, Stiff Shaft, Straight Tip, 180 CM Length; Manufactured for Covidien, Plymouth, MN; Manufactured by: NDC Inc., Fremont, CA. The HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewire facilitates the introduction and placement of catheters and interventional devices to the desired anatomical location during diagnostic or interventional procedures.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Model HPSS35180- all lots.
  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:
Nitinol Devices and Components, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Reports of outer polymer jacket to the core wire being damaged during use on the HydroFinity Guidewire.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewire; 0.035 OD, Stiff Shaft, Straight Tip, 180 CM Length; Manufactured for Covidien, Plymouth, MN; Manufactured by: NDC Inc., Fremont, CA. The HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewire facilitates the introduction and placement of catheters and interventional devices to the desired anatomical location during diagnostic or interventional procedures.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Model HPSS35180- all lots.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1822-2014

Related Recalls

Reports of outer polymer jacket to the core wire being damaged during use on the HydroFinity Guidewire.

May 28, 2014 Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide View Details →

Reports of outer polymer jacket to the core wire being damaged during use on the HydroFinity Guidewire.

May 28, 2014 Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide View Details →

Reports of outer polymer jacket to the core wire being damaged during use on the HydroFinity Guidewire.

May 28, 2014 Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide View Details →