Recall Z-0139-2015

Biosense Webster, Inc. · initiated October 19, 2014

Class II Terminated

Class II – products that might cause a temporary health problem or pose a slight threat of a serious nature

Product

ThermoCool SmartTouch Navigation Catheters, Catalog No. D132701, D132702, D132703, D132704, D132705, D133601, D133602, D133603.

Codes / lots: Catalog No. D132701, D132702, D132703, D132704, D132705, D133601, D133602, D133603 All Lots manufactured from launch (Dec 2010)

Reason for recall

The recall was initiated because Biosense Webster is providing additional labeling for the safe and effective use of the ThermoCool SmartTouch Catheter.

FDA-determined cause: Use error

Action taken

A customer notification letter dated October 19, 2014, will be sent to all customers who purchased the Biosense Webster's ThermoCool SmartTouch Catheter Family. The letter informs the customers of the additional information for the safe and effective use of the ThermoCool SmartTouch Catheter, which will be included in the updated labeling. The letter informs the customers of the problems identified and the actions to be taken. Customers with questions related to the recall letter are instructed to contact their Biosense Webster sales representative or call (866) 473-7823, Monday through Friday from 7am to 8pm EST.

Details

Recall number
Z-0139-2015
Initiated
October 19, 2014
Posted by FDA
October 27, 2014
Terminated
October 6, 2015
Product code
LPB – Cardiac Ablation Percutaneous Catheter
Quantity
173,329 units total (21,812 units in US)
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Recalling firm
Biosense Webster, Inc., Irwindale, CA

Official FDA recall record