medical Class I Updated 2020-10-28

Medtronic Vascular recalls Rashkind Balloon Septostomy Catheter, 5F, Closed end, 50 cm,

Recalled Product

Rashkind Balloon Septostomy Catheter, 5F, Closed end, 50 cm, Pediatric, Single Lumen Product number: 007160 GTIN: 00613994760265 The Rashkind balloon septostomy catheters are designed for creating an atrial septal defect or enlarging an existing atrial septal defect as a treatment option for patients with a Cyanotic Congenital heart defect. Cyanotic congenital heart defects are rare conditions that are associated with high morbidity and mortality.


Hazard / Issue

Subsequent failure of catheters in the field and failed quality testing

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: Lot Numbers : GFCT1699 GFCT2030 GFCW2430 GFCX2784 GFCY2476 GFCY3001 GFDN0247 GFDN3546 GFDR2901 GFDT2170 GFDT2200 GFDU2168 GFDV2177 GFDW2388 GFDW2389 GFDW2399 GFDX2709 GFDY1132 GFDZ1690 GFDZ1691 GFEN2173
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