MEGA Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Introducer Fracture Poses Arterial Injury Risk
Datascope's MEGA 8Fr. intra-aortic balloon catheter introducer may fracture during insertion, leaving fragments that can damage blood vessels. The firm has reported 10 complaints, including 1 death.
- Product
- MEGA 8Fr. IAB, Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter and Accessories, used to provide counter pulsation therapy in the aorta Product Description Part Number MEGA 8Fr. 50cc IAB WITH STATLOCK D68
- Category
- Medical Device
- Distribution
- Distributed nationwide