FlowGate2 Balloon Guide Catheter, UPN 90485 (8Fx85cm size) and 90495 (8Fx95cm size)

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lots 1352, 1630, 1631, 1802, 1970, 2652, 2653, 2654, 2655, 2656, 2657, 2658, 2659, 3169, 3940, 3941
  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:
Stryker Neurovascular
Reason for Recall:
There may be product manufactured with the outer diameter of the balloon catheter exceeding the defined specification at a customer location. If the user experiences resistance between the FlowGate and an interfacing device, the device would be removed and a second device would be used, which could potentially prolong a procedure.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

FlowGate2 Balloon Guide Catheter, UPN 90485 (8Fx85cm size) and 90495 (8Fx95cm size)

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lots 1352, 1630, 1631, 1802, 1970, 2652, 2653, 2654, 2655, 2656, 2657, 2658, 2659, 3169, 3940, 3941

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2569-2018

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