FDAClass IIAugust 8, 2018

FlowGate2 Balloon Guide Catheter recall

FlowGate2 Balloon Guide Catheter, UPN 90485 (8Fx85cm size) and 90495 (8Fx95cm size)

Why was FlowGate2 Balloon Guide Catheter recalled?

There may be product manufactured with the outer diameter of the balloon catheter exceeding the defined specification at a customer location. If the user experiences resistance between the FlowGate and an interfacing device, the device would be removed and a second device would be used, which could potentially prolong a procedure.

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 1352, 1630, 1631, 1802, 1970, 2652, 2653, 2654, 2655, 2656, 2657, 2658, 2659, 3169, 3940, 3941

Product
FlowGate2 Balloon Guide Catheter, UPN 90485 (8Fx85cm size) and 90495 (8Fx95cm size)
Recalling firm
Stryker Neurovascular
Quantity
968 units
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
August 8, 2018
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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