Terumo Recalls Sarns Malleable Venous Return Cannulae Due to Exposed Wire
Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae because in-process inspections found exposed basket wire on certain lots.
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 source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation is recalling Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae and Sarns Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae. The recall involves Catalog Number 4934X, which are indicated for single-tube venous drainage from the right atrium and vena cava during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
The recall was initiated after Terumo CVS identified exposed basket wire on certain product lots during in-process inspection. The devices are distributed worldwide, including in the United States and internationally to the UAE, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Belgium, Japan, Mexico, and Canada.
Healthcare facilities should stop using the affected devices and contact Terumo CVS for instructions on return or replacement.
The recalled product
- Product
- Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae, 28/38 Fr with 1/2" connector, 14.5" (37 cm) long, with X Coating The Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Catheters and Sarns Dual-stage Venous Return Cannula are indicated for single-tube venous drainage from the right at
- Manufacturer
- Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
- Category
- Medical Device — Cardiovascular
- Hazard
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)
- Catalog Number 4934X
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 7 recalled by Terumo Cardiovascular Systems 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.
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