The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0578-2017·Announced 2016-11-23

Atrium Medical Recalls 12 Fr Trocar Catheters Due to Labeling Error

Atrium Medical is recalling 12 Fr Trocar catheters because the packaging labels show more holes than the product actually contains.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard is a minor labeling error regarding the visual depiction of the product's features, which fits the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Atrium Medical Corporation is recalling 2,697 cases of 12 Fr Trocar catheters, Model Number 8412. These sterile medical devices are intended to facilitate the evacuation of air and/or fluid from the chest cavity or mediastinum.

The recall was initiated because the product packaging includes a label with an icon that depicts more holes (eyelets) than the catheter actually contains. This discrepancy between the visual representation on the label and the physical product constitutes a labeling error.

The affected units were distributed worldwide, including in the United States, Canada, Australia, and numerous countries in Europe, South America, and the Middle East. All lot codes are included in this recall. The source text does not specify specific actions for consumers or healthcare providers, nor does it report any illnesses or injuries associated with this labeling discrepancy.

The recalled product

Product
Atrium Medical 12 Fr Trocar catheter, Sterile Model Number: 8412 Intended to facilitate the evacuation of air and/or fluid from the chest cavity or mediastinum.

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • All lot codes

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 8 recalled by Atrium Medical Corporation under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 8 products in this recall →