The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2013-2024·Announced 2024-06-12

FDA Recalls FLIXENE Vascular Graft Devices for Component Separation

Atrium Medical Corporation recalls FLIXENE vascular graft devices due to reported separation of the Slider GDS Swivel Rod from its core, which could affect device function.

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: This is an FDA Class II recall of a high-risk implantable vascular device where component separation poses potential harm in clinical use. However, no illnesses or injuries have been reported. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported warrant a score of 3.

Plain-English summary

Atrium Medical Corporation is recalling the FLIXENE Double-Ended Slider GDS vascular graft devices due to reported separation of the Slider GDS Swivel Rod from the Swivel Core and a notable gap between the two pieces.

The separation of these components may impair the function of the vascular graft during clinical use. This defect was identified through complaints describing the physical separation.

The recall affects 53,308 units distributed worldwide, including 11,236 units in the United States and Puerto Rico, and 42,072 units distributed internationally across numerous countries.

Patients and healthcare providers with these devices should contact their healthcare provider for guidance. Healthcare facilities should review their device inventory to identify any affected units.

The recalled product

Product
FLIXENE, 4-7X35, 2GDS, GWT-GW. Double-Ended Slider GDS. Vascular graft
Manufacturer
Atrium Medical Corporation
Hazard
  • component-separation
  • implant-failure-risk

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 (2)

  • Product Code: 25129
  • UDI-DI: 00650862251296.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.