Hazard
55 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 55 embolism recalls we have scored against our rubric, 3 (5%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 31 (56%) are Severe.
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Covidien recalls 519 MAHURKAR acute dialysis catheters (Lot 2200400292) due to excessive silicone lubricant coating the catheter tip that may cause partial or full occlusion and treatment delays.
Covidien's Mahurkar dialysis catheters are recalled due to center lumen occlusion from excessive silicone lubricant, risking treatment delay and serious vascular complications.
Covidien LP recalls MAHURKAR dialysis catheters due to excessive silicone lubricant on the catheter tip, which can obstruct the center lumen. This may delay treatment and cause serious blood complications including embolism and thrombosis.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The YAMATO PLUS intra-aortic balloon catheter's introducer dilator may fracture during insertion, risking arterial damage, aortic damage, or blood clots. Datascope has received 10 complaints, including 1 death and 3 serious adverse events.
Atrium Medical is recalling the iCast Covered Stent System because the balloon or catheter hub may separate from the delivery catheter during use, potentially causing blood clots, vessel blockages, or organ damage.
Atrium Medical is recalling the Advanta V12 Covered Stent System worldwide for potential separation of the balloon or catheter hub during withdrawal, which may cause procedural delays and serious complications including embolism and organ infarction.
The SpaceOAR Vue System implant used in prostate cancer radiotherapy is being recalled because improper hydrogel placement can cause embolism. Boston Scientific has updated instructions and warnings to prevent misplacement.
Freudenberg Medical is recalling the Empower Introducer Sheath due to defective adhesive on the catheter shaft that could cause blood clots and tissue damage.
FDA recalls Boston Scientific's SpaceOAR System due to risk of embolism from incorrect hydrogel placement during prostate cancer radiotherapy. Updated instructions provide verification steps for proper placement.
Freudenberg Medical is recalling Empower Introducer Sheath devices (Model 668782-200) due to potential adhesive residue inside the catheter shaft that may cause blood clots and tissue damage. Affected devices were distributed in the US and Netherlands.
The Chameleon PTA Balloon Dilation Catheter 8 mm x 40 mm has a protector sleeve that may be difficult to remove, potentially damaging the balloon and causing patient harm. Covidien is recalling 1,994 devices.
Biosense Webster is recalling CARTO VIZIGO Bi-Directional Guiding Sheaths because the hemostatic valve may dislodge, potentially causing minor bleeding or embolism.
Biosense Webster is recalling CARTO VIZIGO Bi-Directional Guiding Sheaths because the hemostatic valve may dislodge, potentially causing minor bleeding or embolism.
Biosense Webster is recalling CARTO VIZIGO Bi-Directional Guiding Sheaths because the hemostatic valve may dislodge, potentially causing minor bleeding or embolism.
Merit Medical Systems is recalling 15 Custom Sheath Introducer Kits because they were incorrectly labeled and contained the wrong sheath assembly.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling 115 units of Cortoss Bone Augmentation Material because shipments were transported outside required refrigerated temperature conditions.
Centurion Medical Products is recalling 1,000 Multi-Med Single Lumen Catheter kits because excess material at the catheter tip may separate and cause an embolism.
Cook Inc. is recalling specific femoral artery pressure monitoring catheter sets and trays because a manufacturing defect may cause the catheter tip to fracture or separate.
Cook Inc. is recalling 2,280 single-lumen pressure monitoring sets and trays because a manufacturing defect may cause catheter tips to fracture or separate.
Cook Inc. is recalling 1,341 single-lumen central venous catheter sets and trays due to a manufacturing defect that may cause catheter tip fracture or separation.
Cook Inc. is recalling radial artery pressure monitoring catheter sets because a manufacturing defect may cause the catheter tip to fracture or separate.