FDA Device

Arrow ASK-20608-CMC StimuCath Continuous Nerve Block Kit. Arrow International, Inc. Permits placement of catheters next to nerves and nerve plexuses for continuous nerve block anesthesia or analgesia techniques for periods not exceeding 72 hours.

Hazard

Some of the outer trays used in the packaging were found to have an insufficient seal. Therefore, packaging may have been compromised, and sterility of the product cannot be guaranteed.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Arrow International, Inc. sent an "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated June 17, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter describes the problem and provides recommendations including; quarantine affected product, return of product, and send an acknowledgement form back to manufacturer. For additional information call 800 233-3187.

Products

Arrow ASK-20608-CMC StimuCath Continuous Nerve Block Kit. Arrow International, Inc. Permits placement of catheters next to nerves and nerve plexuses for continuous nerve block anesthesia or analges
Brand
Arrow International Inc
UPC
Lot # MF0126544

Units Affected

95 kits