The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2400-2012·Announced 2012-09-26

Vascular Solutions Recalls Guardian II Hemostasis Valves Due to Missing Seals

Vascular Solutions, Inc. is recalling Guardian II Hemostasis Valves because some pouches are missing a seal, posing a risk of product contamination.

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 risk of product contamination in a medical device where no specific injuries or illnesses have been reported, fitting the criteria for a high-risk product with theoretical harm.

Plain-English summary

Vascular Solutions, Inc. is recalling the Guardian II Hemostasis Valve (Model 8210) and Guardian II NC Hemostasis Valve (Model FH102). The recall involves 3,500 units from lots 27686, 27293, and 22446. These devices are intended to maintain hemostasis during the use of diagnostic and interventional devices.

The recall was initiated because the company became aware of a potential problem where pouches are missing a seal. This defect poses a risk of product contamination. The affected products were distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States and in Italy and Korea.

Healthcare providers and consumers should stop using the affected devices and contact Vascular Solutions, Inc. for further instructions or a replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Guardian II Hemostasis Valve, Model 8210 and Guardian II NC Hemostasis Valve, Model FH102. Intended to maintain hemostasis during the use of diagnostic/interventional devices. The device is indicated for maintaining a seal around diagnostic/interventional devices with outside
Affected units
3,500

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 (3)

  • lots 27686
  • 27293
  • 22446

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 26 states specifically: