The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0947-2018·Announced 2018-03-21

Cook Inc. Recalls Amplatz Extra Stiff Whisker Wire Guide for Labeling Error

Cook Inc. is recalling 648 Amplatz Extra Stiff Whisker Wire Guides because the labels fail to state that the product is heparin-coated.

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, but the source text describes a labeling error without reporting any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity labeling issue.

Plain-English summary

Cook Inc. is recalling 648 units of the Amplatz Extra Stiff Whisker Wire Guide. The recall was initiated because the product labels do not state that the device is heparin-coated. This labeling omission may affect clinical decision-making regarding the use of the device.

The affected products are identified by Catalog # THSCF-35-260-3-AESW-BH. The affected lot codes range from 3733552 to 6175191, F3729974 to F4923948, and NS4927345 to NS6177894. The products were distributed nationally.

Healthcare providers and facilities should check their inventory for these specific lot codes and discontinue use of the affected units. Consumers should contact their healthcare provider if they have questions regarding this recall.

The recalled product

Product
Amplatz Extra Stiff Whisker Wire Guide
Manufacturer
Cook Inc.
Affected units
648

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 20 recalled by Cook 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.

See all 20 products in this recall →