Recall Z-0502-2007

Alsius Corporation · initiated January 1, 2007

Terminated

Product

Alsius Cool Line Catheter, Model CL-2295A

Codes / lots: Lot numbers: 16174

Reason for recall

Testing by Alsius has identified that 6-10% of catheters from the three affected lots may exhibit a significant reduction in their heat exchange capacity.

FDA-determined cause: Other

Action taken

Customer letters were sent starting January 1, 2006 via FEDEX and DHL. Verification of receipt of the notification letter to level A will be undertaken by using tracked delivery requiring signature upon receipt . The Customer letters will notify consignees of the nature of the problem and provide instructions to return the product.

Details

Recall number
Z-0502-2007
Initiated
January 1, 2007
Posted by FDA
February 15, 2007
Terminated
June 22, 2007
Product code
NCX – System, Hypothermia, Intravenous, Cooling
Quantity
77
Distribution
Worldwide including USA, Austria, Canada, France, Greece, Japan, Norway, Spain & Switzerland
Recalling firm
Alsius Corporation, Irvine, CA

Official FDA recall record

Other products in the same recall event

RecallProductInitiated
Z-0503-2007 Alsius Cool Line Catheter, Model CL-2295AETesting by Alsius has identified that 6-10% of catheters from the three affected lots may exhibit a… 01/01/2007Terminated