Sarns Rigid Intracardiac Sucker. The subject device is a single use, sterile device with a 7.0 mm (21 FR) tip and 1/4 connector
Hazard
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (Terumo CVS) recently discovered three instances of metal fragments inside the stainless steel tube of the Sarns" Adult Rigid Intracardiac Sucker.
What You Should Do
On 9/13/2011 Terumo sent a letter entitled "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE REMOVAL" to its customers that included the name and description of the device, lot numbers, the potential hazard, correction, the reason for the recall and instructions. Customers are to review the notice, ensure that all users are aware of the issue, and a recall response form to be completed and returned. Customers are to call Terumo CVS Customer Service to obtain a Return Goods Authorization number. The letter also included MedWatch reporting information and stated that Customers with questions should call 1-800-521-2818.
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Products
- Brand
- Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
- UPC
- Catalog number 4300 and CV-4300
Units Affected
9770