medical MODERATE Updated 2017-05-31

Datascope Corporation recalls SENSATION PLUS¿ 8Fr. 50cc Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter with

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Recalled Product

SENSATION PLUS¿ 8Fr. 50cc Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter with Insertion Kit & STATLOCK¿ Product Code/Part Number: 0684-00-0576-01U is a cardiac assist device which support the heart's left ventricle by increasing coronary perfusion and reducing the work of the left ventricle.

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Hazard / Issue

Maquet/Getinge is initiating a voluntary product removal involving four lot numbers of SENSATION PLUS 8Fr. 50cc Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter with Insertion Kit & STATLOCK since during internal pressure (leak) testing of the SENSATION PLUS 8Fr. 50cc, IABC, failures related to the tip seal leak were identified.

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FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: 300004515, 3000043376 3000040272 3000038372 added lot numbers: 3000043374 and 3000045513

✅ 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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