The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2017-2018·Announced 2018-06-06

Arrow Percutaneous Sheath Introducer Kits Recalled for Packaging Sterility Concerns

Arrow International is recalling 416,055 Percutaneous Sheath Introducer Kits because unsealed packaging may compromise product sterility.

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 hazard is a theoretical risk of compromised sterility due to packaging issues without reported illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Arrow International Inc is recalling 416,055 units of Percutaneous Sheath Introducer Kits with ARROWgard Blue Sheath and Integral Hemostasis Valve/Side Port. The affected products are designated for use with 7 - 7.5 Fr. Catheters and include product codes MSO-29802-AHS and MSO-29903-AHS.

The recall was initiated because product sterility may be compromised due to unsealed packaging. The agency has classified this as a Class II recall. The products were distributed in the United States and numerous international locations, including Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and various countries in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Specific lot numbers affected include 13F17C0408, 13F17E0419, 13F17F0683, 13F17H0283, and 13F17K0545 for product code MSO-29802-AHS, and 13F17E0607, 13F17G0356, 13F17K0327, and 13F17L0350 for product code MSO-29903-AHS. Healthcare facilities and distributors should stop using these products and contact the recalling firm for instructions on return or disposal.

The recalled product

Product
Percutaneous Sheath Introducer Kit with ARROWgard Blue¿ Sheath and Integral Hemostasis Valve/Side Port for use with 7 - 7.5 Fr. Catheters; Product Codes: MSO-29802-AHS and MSO-29903-AHS
Affected units
416,055

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 76 recalled by Arrow International 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 76 products in this recall →