FDAClass IINovember 20, 2013

Sarns" Venous Return Cannulae recall: Particulate Matter

Sarns" Venous Return Cannulae, 20 Fr with 1/4" flare, 14.5" (37 cm) long. Indicated for venous drainage during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery for dial…

Why was Sarns" Venous Return Cannulae recalled?

During an in-process inspection, Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (Terumo CVS) identified the presence of loose fiber particulate that exceeded finished product specifications on certain product lots of Sarns" Soft-Flow¿ Aortic Cannulae and Sarns" Venous Return Cannulae.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Catalog Number 9473 Lot Numbers 0689812

Product
Sarns" Venous Return Cannulae, 20 Fr with 1/4" flare, 14.5" (37 cm) long. Indicated for venous drainage during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery for dial…
Recalling firm
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
Quantity
40 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA including DC and the states of MO,TX,OK, LA, MA, CA, WI, and MI and the country of Canada.
Recall date
November 20, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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