FDA (Devices) recall action 68834
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The balloon may exhibit resistance to the removal of the balloon cover. Weakening of the affected product in the region of the proximal balloon seal may occur when excessive force is applied to remove the balloon cover. This may lead to balloon burst, shaft separation or deflation difficulties, which could result in procedural delay, vessel trauma or surgery.
The agency’s own wording, quoted from the enforcement report.
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Cordis Corporation is recalling 250,000 EMPIRA NC RX PTCA Dilatation Catheters because the balloon cover may be difficult to remove, potentially causing the balloon to burst or the shaft to separate during use.
Cordis Corporation is recalling EMPIRA RX PTCA Dilatation Catheters because the balloon cover may be difficult to remove, potentially causing balloon burst or shaft separation during use.