Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Mega 8FR 50cc Product Usage: The intra-aortic balloon catheter and accessories are used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta, whereby balloon inflation during diastole and deflation during systole increases blood supply to the heart muscle and decreases the work of the left ventricle.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: 0684 00 0296 01U and 0684 00 0296 02U
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Datascope Corporation
- Reason for Recall:
- The U.S. Instructions For Use for the Mega Intra-Aortic Balloon (IAB) Catheter was missing the Contraindications section.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Mega 8FR 50cc Product Usage: The intra-aortic balloon catheter and accessories are used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta, whereby balloon inflation during diastole and deflation during systole increases blood supply to the heart muscle and decreases the work of the left ventricle.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
0684 00 0296 01U and 0684 00 0296 02U
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1385-2018
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