FDAClass IIFebruary 19, 2020

Epidural Catheterization KIT recall

EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT, Product Code JC-05400-LB

Why was Epidural Catheterization KIT recalled?

There is the potential for various failures with the LOR (loss of resistance) syringes included in the kits resulting in dural puncture with some also requiring a blood patch.

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?

Lots: 71F19B2180 71F19E1142 71F19F1082 71F19H2578 71F19E0149 71F19F1081 71F19G2551 71F19K1691

Product
EPIDURAL CATHETERIZATION KIT, Product Code JC-05400-LB
Recalling firm
Arrow International Inc
Quantity
343,105 total
Distribution
The products were distributed to the following US states: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, and WY.
Recall date
February 19, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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