medical HIGH RISK Updated 2021-01-27

Penumbra Inc. recalls Penumbra JET 7MAX KIT Penumbra JET 7 Reperfusion Catheter+ M

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Recalled Product

Penumbra JET 7MAX KIT Penumbra JET 7 Reperfusion Catheter+ MAX Delivery Device + Hi-Flow Aspiration Tubing REF J7XKIT132 The Penumbra JET 7 Reperfusion Catheter with Xtra Flex technology (JET 7 Xtra Flex) is a component of the Penumbra system. JET 7 Xtra Flex delivers aspiration from the Aspiration Pump to the site of occlusion to assist in the efficient removal of thrombus from the neurovasculature. The Penumbra Aspiration Pump is indicated as a vacuum source for Penumbra Aspiration Systems.

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Hazard / Issue

The catheter may become susceptible to distal tip damage during use. Distal tip damage in conjunction with pressurization of contrast injection may result in potential vessel damage, and subsequent patient injury or death.

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: Product Name: JET 7MAX (Penumbra JET 7 Xtra Flex + MAX Delivery Device) Catalog Number: J7XKIT132 UDI Code: 00815948021273 Lot Number Range: C21487 thru C21772 F97946 thru F98497

✅ What Should You Do?

  1. 1Contact your healthcare provider immediately to discuss this recall.
  2. 2Stop using the device if it is safe to do so, and contact your provider.
  3. 3Follow the manufacturer's remedy instructions provided in the recall notice.
  4. 4Report device problems to FDA MedWatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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