7F Prelude¿ Short Sheath Introducer. Catalog Numbers: K15-00070, K15-00170, PSS-7F-4-035MT, PSS-7F-4MT. Produc Usage: The Merit Prelude¿ Short Sheath Introducer is intended to provide access and facilitate the percutaneous introduction of various devices into veins and/or arteries while maintaining hemostasis for a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The device can also provide access to a native or synthetic graft used for hemodialysis. The side port of the sheath allows adequate flow to perform temporary hemodialysis. The device is not indicated for long term vascular or hemodialysis access.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot Numbers: H1041469, H1041473, H1036880, H1041464.
- 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:
- Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Merit Medical Systems, Inc. announces a voluntary field action for sheaths included with the 7F Prelude¿ Short Sheath Introducers because the sheath marker tips may detach during use.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
7F Prelude¿ Short Sheath Introducer. Catalog Numbers: K15-00070, K15-00170, PSS-7F-4-035MT, PSS-7F-4MT. Produc Usage: The Merit Prelude¿ Short Sheath Introducer is intended to provide access and facilitate the percutaneous introduction of various devices into veins and/or arteries while maintaining hemostasis for a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The device can also provide access to a native or synthetic graft used for hemodialysis. The side port of the sheath allows adequate flow to perform temporary hemodialysis. The device is not indicated for long term vascular or hemodialysis access.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot Numbers: H1041469, H1041473, H1036880, H1041464.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1497-2017
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