Hazard

Catheter Obstruction recalls

15 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 15
Critical: 0
Severe: 15
Most recent: 2023-08-23

Of the 15 catheter obstruction recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 15 (100%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

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1–15 of 15

SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2378-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis catheter recall: excessive lubricant causes center lumen obstruction
A dialysis catheter product is being recalled due to excessive lubricant coating in the center lumen, which may cause full or partial obstruction. The blockage could delay treatment and increase risk of blood clots and hemolysis.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Straight Extensions, Kit REF: 8888340629
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2369-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis Catheter Recalled Due to Silicone Lubricant Obstruction Risk
Covidien LP is recalling 5,373 MAHURKAR dialysis catheters because excessive silicone lubricant can occlude the catheter lumen, potentially causing treatment delays or blood clotting complications.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Curved Extensions, IC Tray REF: 8888101003HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2380-2023·2023-08-23
FDA Recalls Mahurkar Dialysis Catheter for Potential Tip Obstruction Risk
Covidien's Mahurkar acute dialysis catheters may have excessive silicone lubricant causing tip obstruction. This could delay treatment or cause serious complications including blood clots and embolism.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Straight Extensions, Kit REF: 8888340637
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2384-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis catheters recalled for potential center lumen obstruction
Covidien LP is recalling MAHURKAR dialysis catheters because excessive silicone lubricant coats the center lumen, potentially blocking blood flow or creating clots and other blood vessel complications.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 13 cm, Curved Extensions, Kit" REF: 8888345603
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2391-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis Catheter Recalled for Center Lumen Occlusion Risk
Covidien LP is recalling 3,965 MAHURKAR dialysis catheters due to excessive lubricant causing center lumen occlusion. This may obstruct blood flow or cause hemolysis and blood clots.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Curved Extensions, Kit REF: 8888345637HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2379-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis Catheters Recalled Due to Excessive Lubricant Causing Obstruction
Covidien is recalling MAHURKAR dialysis catheters that may have excessive lubricant coating the catheter tip, potentially causing dangerous blockages that delay treatment or lead to serious complications.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Straight Extensions, Kit REF: 8888340629HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2387-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis Catheters Recalled by FDA for Tip Obstruction Risk
Covidien is recalling MAHURKAR acute dialysis catheters because the center lumen tip may be occluded by excessive silicone-based lubricant. Obstruction could delay treatment or cause embolism and thrombosis.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 16 cm, Curved Extensions, Kit REF: 8888345611HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2372-2023·2023-08-23
FDA Recalls MAHURKAR Dialysis Catheters Over Obstruction Defect Risk
Covidien's MAHURKAR dialysis catheters are recalled due to excessive lubricant on the catheter tip causing partial or complete obstruction. This risks delaying treatment and may cause blood clots, hemolysis, or embolism.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Straight Extensions, IC Tray REF: 8888102004HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2371-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis Catheters Recalled for Catheter Obstruction from Excessive Silicone Lubricant
Covidien is recalling 1,875 MAHURKAR dialysis catheters with lot numbers 2204000239 and 2227800110 due to excessive silicone lubricant causing catheter obstruction. The obstruction may delay treatment or cause hemolysis and thrombosis.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Straight Extensions, IC Tray REF: 8888102003HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2390-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis Catheter Occlusion Recall Due to Excessive Lubricant Coating
Covidien recalls 647 MAHURKAR dialysis catheters due to center lumen occlusion caused by excessive silicone lubricant. The blockage may delay treatment or increase risks of blood clots.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Curved Extensions, Kit REF: 8888345637
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2376-2023·2023-08-23
Mahurkar Dialysis Catheters Recalled for Center Lumen Obstruction
Covidien is recalling 1,099 MAHURKAR dialysis catheters worldwide due to excessive silicone lubricant that can block the center lumen, potentially delaying treatment.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Straight Extensions, PASS Tray REF: 8888104003HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2368-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis Catheter Recalled Due to Excessive Lubricant Causing Center Lumen Obstruction
Covidien is recalling MAHURKAR dialysis catheters due to excessive silicone-based lubricant coating the center lumen tip, which may cause partial or complete obstruction, delaying treatment or causing thrombosis.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 16 cm, Curved Extensions, IC Tray REF: 8888101002HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2385-2023·2023-08-23
Acute Dialysis Catheter Recalled for Potential Lumen Obstruction and Embolism Risk
Covidien is recalling MAHURKAR acute dialysis catheters for excessive silicone lubricant causing lumen obstruction that may delay treatment and lead to hemolysis, embolism, or thrombosis.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 13 cm, Curved Extensions, Kit REF: 8888345603HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2370-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis catheter recalled due to potential tip occlusion risk
Covidien is recalling MAHURKAR dialysis catheters that may have excessive lubricant in the catheter tip, potentially causing obstruction. This could delay treatment or cause serious blood complications including thrombosis or embolism.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Curved Extensions, IC Tray REF: 8888101004HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2375-2023·2023-08-23
Dialysis catheter recalled due to excessive lubricant causing obstruction
Covidien's MAHURKAR dialysis catheter is recalled because excessive silicone lubricant can block the center lumen, preventing or reducing blood flow during dialysis. This Class I recall affects 271 units and carries risk of treatment delays, hemolysis, and blood clots.
Product
MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Curved Extensions, PASS Tray REF: 8888103004HP
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide