The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0666-2024·Announced 2024-01-17

Cardiovascular Surgical Patch Marketing Brochure Contains Inaccurate Information

Baxter is recalling marketing materials for Vascu-Guard Peripheral Vascular Patch because a brochure contains inaccurate information that conflicts with the product's official instructions and prescribing information.

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: FDA Class II recall with no reported injuries or illnesses. The issue involves marketing brochure content that conflicts with official Instructions for Use and Prescribing Information—a labeling discrepancy without documented harm.

Plain-English summary

Baxter Healthcare Corporation is recalling its Cardiovascular Surgery marketing brochure (US-AS46-220001) for the Vascu-Guard Peripheral Vascular Patch. The recall affects four product sizes: VG0108 (0.8 X 8 CM), VG0110 (1 X 10 CM), VG0106 (1 X 6 CM), and VG0209 (2 X 9 CM).

The marketing brochure contains inaccurate content that does not align with the product's official Instructions for Use (IFU) and Prescribing Information (PI). This misalignment could potentially lead to confusion or improper use of the surgical device.

The Vascu-Guard Peripheral Vascular Patch has been distributed nationwide throughout the United States. Healthcare providers should refer to the official Instructions for Use and Prescribing Information for accurate product guidance.

The recalled product

Product
Vascu-Guard Peripheral Vascular Patch (US), Product Codes: a) VG0108: 0.8 X 8 CM US, TS; b) VG0110: 1 X 10 CM US, TS; c) VG0106: 1 X 6 CM US, TS; d) VG0209: 2 X 9 CM US, TS
Manufacturer
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Hazard
  • mis-labeling

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 (5)

  • a) VG0108: UDI/DI 0338-9564-06
  • b) VG0110: UDI/DI 0338-9564-07
  • c) VG0106: UDI/DI 0338-9564-08
  • d) VG0209: UDI/DI 0338-9564-09
  • All serial numbers

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.