Bard Distaflo Vascular Bypass Graft Recalled for Size Mislabeling
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc is recalling four units of Bard Distaflo Vascular Bypass Grafts due to size mislabeling. The 8 mm grafts are incorrectly labeled as 6 mm.
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 labeling error (size mislabeling) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for Moderate severity.
Plain-English summary
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc is recalling four units of Bard Distaflo Vascular Bypass Grafts, Product Code DF6006SC, Lot Number VTZE1782. The recall is due to size mislabeling, where the grafts are labeled as 6 mm diameter but the actual packaged product is 8 mm.
The affected products are intended for the bypass or reconstruction of peripheral arterial blood vessels. The recall covers units distributed in the states of Alabama, Texas, and California.
The source text does not specify specific actions for consumers or healthcare providers, nor does it report any illnesses or injuries associated with this recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- Bard Distaflo Vascular Bypass Graft; Product Code: DF6006SC; 8 mm x 60 cm. Intended for bypass or reconstruction of peripheral arterial blood vessels.
- Manufacturer
- Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc
- Category
- Medical Device — Vascular Graft
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 4
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)
- Product Code: DF6006SC Lot Number: VTZE1782
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 2 recalled by Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc 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.
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