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Glidesheath Slender Hydrophilic Coated Introducer Sheath, 5FR - 10CM (0.021), REF/Product Code RM*RS5F10PA, STERILE, Rx ONLY

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: June 7, 2017 Terumo Medical Other Medical Devices Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot s 161019, 161115, 161212, 170112
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Terumo Medical Corp
Reason for Recall:
An incomplete seal at the chevron end of the primary packaging of the GLIDESHEATH SLENDER Introducer Sheath was detected in a small quantity of the affected lot population, 0.01% (1 in 10, 000 units). This breach of the sterile barrier may compromise the sterility of the sheath.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Glidesheath Slender Hydrophilic Coated Introducer Sheath, 5FR - 10CM (0.021), REF/Product Code RM*RS5F10PA, STERILE, Rx ONLY

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot s 161019, 161115, 161212, 170112

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0223-2018

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