FDAClass IIJanuary 17, 2024

Abiomed Axillary Insertion Introducer -Introducer(s) recall: Sterility Concern

Abiomed Axillary Insertion Introducer -Introducer(s) are intended for introduction of the Impella Catheter into the body. Part Number: 0052-3006…

Why was Abiomed Axillary Insertion Introducer -Introducer(s) recalled?

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

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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?

UDI-DI: 00885672009755

Product
Abiomed Axillary Insertion Introducer -Introducer(s) are intended for introduction of the Impella Catheter into the body. Part Number: 0052-3006…
Recalling firm
Abiomed, Inc.
Quantity
717 single units; 1906 within sets
Distribution
Nationwide Foreign: Country AT AU BE BR CA CA CH CZ DE DK ES FR FR HK IN IT MX MY NL NO PA SG TW UK
Recall date
January 17, 2024
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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