Aesculap Inc.(AIC) Miethke Ventricular Catheter with Deflector/Miethke Shunt System The Miethke Shunt System is intended to shut cerebrospinal fluid from the lateral ventricles of the brain into the peritoneum.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Catalog No: FV431T, FV434T, FV433T, FV459T, FV078P, FV494T, FV676T, FV324T Lot No: 4505150452,4505156642,4505164365,4505134636,4505150384,4505156634,4505246780,4505394315,4505150371,4505174213,4505187583,4505366616,4505134635,4505187582,4505134629,4505212089,4505199667,4505150340,4505171900,4505168804
- 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:
- Aesculap, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- AIC (USA) received information regarding 3 complaints in which the deflector did not move freely on the ventricular catheter.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Aesculap Inc.(AIC) Miethke Ventricular Catheter with Deflector/Miethke Shunt System The Miethke Shunt System is intended to shut cerebrospinal fluid from the lateral ventricles of the brain into the peritoneum.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Catalog No: FV431T, FV434T, FV433T, FV459T, FV078P, FV494T, FV676T, FV324T Lot No: 4505150452,4505156642,4505164365,4505134636,4505150384,4505156634,4505246780,4505394315,4505150371,4505174213,4505187583,4505366616,4505134635,4505187582,4505134629,4505212089,4505199667,4505150340,4505171900,4505168804
Distribution:
Distributed in: US, PA, KY, NY, RI, SC, KS, TX, CT, TN, WA
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1676-2014
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