FDAClass IOctober 9, 2019

Sherpa NX Active Guiding Catheter recall

SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, JL3.5, 110CM, 070", REF SA6JL35A. for cardiovascular use

Why was Sherpa NX Active Guiding Catheter recalled?

There is a potential for extensive loss of primary segment material exposing underlying stainless-steel braid wires on a subset of 6F Sherpa catheters.

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?

GTIN: 00613994822222 All Lot/Serial Numbers

Product
SHERPA NX ACTIVE GUIDING CATHETER, 6F, JL3.5, 110CM, 070", REF SA6JL35A. for cardiovascular use
Recalling firm
Medtronic Vascular
Quantity
12 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution to US, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Luxembourg, Moldova, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, and United Kingdom
Recall date
October 9, 2019
Classification
Class I
Status
Completed
Agency
FDA (device)
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