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MicroVention Terumo Traxcess 7 Mini Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating, Ref GW0721006M, 1 guidewire per package, sterile, RX.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: August 7, 2017 Microvention Other Medical Devices

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot numbers 17030521, 17032821, and 17041831
  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:
Microvention, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
There is a potential for the hydrophilic coating on the guidewire to delaminate from the guidewire.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

MicroVention Terumo Traxcess 7 Mini Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating, Ref GW0721006M, 1 guidewire per package, sterile, RX.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot numbers 17030521, 17032821, and 17041831

Distribution:

Distributed in: AZ, CA, CO, MA, MI, MN, MO, NY, OH, UT, VA, WI

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-3103-2017

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