medical Class II Updated 2024-01-17

Abiomed, Inc. recalls Abiomed Introducer Kit, 23 Fr, w/Hlx Vlv Sterile Individual,

Recalled Product

Abiomed Introducer Kit, 23 Fr, w/Hlx Vlv Sterile Individual, and Part of Pump Set (004334, 0046-0035, 0052-0002) Part Number: 0052-3021. Intended for introduction of the Impella Catheter into the body


Hazard / Issue

Hole(s) to the outer pouch of the Introducer Kits (both trayed and non-trayed) may compromise the sterile barrier of the Introducer Kits. Non-sterile product exposes patients to the possibility of the introduction of micro-organisms into the vasculature and/or access site, leading to an infectious process, bacteremia or sepsis.

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI: 00885672009786
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