The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0579-2017·Announced 2016-11-23

Atrium Medical 16 Fr Trocar Catheter Labeling Error Recall

Atrium Medical is recalling 16 Fr Trocar Catheters because the packaging labels show more eyelets 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 involves a minor labeling error where the packaging icon does not match the physical product, with no reported injuries or illnesses.

Plain-English summary

Atrium Medical Corporation is recalling 2,172 cases of 16 Fr Trocar Catheters, Model Number 8416. The device is intended to facilitate the evacuation of air and/or fluid from the chest cavity or mediastinum. The recall covers all lot codes.

The recall was initiated because the trocar catheters are packaged with a label containing an icon that shows more holes (eyelets) than the product actually contains. This is a labeling discrepancy regarding the visual representation of the device's features.

The affected products were distributed worldwide, including in the USA, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Honduras, Hong Kong, Ireland, Jamaica, Kuwait, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Peru, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Reunion, Romania, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and Venezuela. Healthcare providers and facilities should verify the labeling on their inventory and contact Atrium Medical for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Atrium Medical 16 Fr Trocar catheter Model Number: 8416 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 →