The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1618-2013·Announced 2013-07-10

Bard StatLock CV Plus Stabilization Devices Recalled for Assembly Error

Bard Access Systems is recalling StatLock CV Plus Stabilization Butterfly Devices due to incorrect pad assembly that may cause skin irritation or catheter mis-orientation.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a medical device with a risk of harm (skin irritation and catheter mis-orientation) where no specific injuries or illnesses have been reported in the source text, fitting the criteria for a High severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Bard Access Systems is recalling 3,875 units of StatLock CV Plus w/Pigtail, Catheter Stabilization Device Sterile EO Single Use Only, lot JUWJF283. The recall is due to incorrect pad assembly used during manufacture.

The absence of the hydrocolloid strip on the bottom of the device may pose an incremental risk, including localized skin irritation. Additionally, a missing directional arrow may lead to mis-orientation of the StatLock stabilization, which may impact the securement of the catheter.

The affected devices were distributed nationally and globally, including in Europe, the European Economic Area, Argentina, China, and Brazil. Users should check their inventory for lot number JUWJF283 and discontinue use of the affected devices.

The recalled product

Product
StatLock CV Plus w/Pigtail, Catheter Stabilization Device Sterile EO Single Use Only, C.R. Bard, Inc. The StatLock¿ device provides stabilization for compatible medical tubes and catheters.
Affected units
3,875

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)

  • Lot JUWJF283

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.