FDAClass IIOctober 4, 2023

Palindrome Chronic Catheter Kit Symmetrical Tip14.5 recall: Labeling Error

Palindrome Chronic Catheter Kit Symmetrical Tip14.5 Fr/Ch(4.8mm)x23cm

Why was Palindrome Chronic Catheter Kit Symmetrical Tip14.5 recalled?

Some catheter kits labeled as 23 cm implant length incorrectly included catheters of 28 cm implant length; the actual catheter implant length is identifiable based upon the correct labeling on the catheter body.

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: 10884521013162, 20884521013169; Lot Numbers: 2221700131, 2224200233, 2230400271, 2230400272

Product
Palindrome Chronic Catheter Kit Symmetrical Tip14.5 Fr/Ch(4.8mm)x23cm
Recalling firm
Covidien LP
Quantity
3050 devices
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Spain, Thailand, United Kingdom.
Recall date
October 4, 2023
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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