The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1483-2023·Announced 2023-05-17

ANGIOGUARD RX / XP Emboli Capture Guidewire System separation during procedures

The ANGIOGUARD RX / XP emboli capture guidewire system may separate from its delivery sheath during medical procedures, potentially leading to stroke or complications requiring emergency intervention.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I classification automatically warrants a minimum severity of 4. The potential for device separation during critical cardiovascular procedures, with risk of stroke and other serious complications requiring emergency intervention, justifies a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

The FDA has issued a Class I recall of the ANGIOGUARD RX / XP Emboli Capture Guidewire System (REF 401814RMC) due to a potential risk of device separation during medical procedures. The delivery system and capture sheath may separate, particularly during intra-procedural delays, requiring unplanned surgical or percutaneous interventions.

This recall affects 283 units with lot numbers 35262517, 35263334, 35264204, 35264222, and 35265345 distributed worldwide. The product is manufactured by Cordis US Corp.

Healthcare providers and facilities using affected units should immediately quarantine them and request replacement devices from Cordis US Corp. Patients treated with this device should consult their healthcare provider if they experience symptoms such as sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, or other signs of stroke or other complications.

The recalled product

Product
ANGIOGUARD RX / XP Emboli Capture Guidewire System, REF 401814RMC
Manufacturer
Cordis US Corp
Hazard
  • device-separation
  • stroke

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 (6)

  • UDI/DI 20705032053508
  • Lot Numbers: 35262517
  • 35263334
  • 35264204
  • 35264222
  • 35265345.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.