Customers with affected lots are advised to immediately discontinue use of these devices and obtain replacement catheters from Atrium. Atrium will be working with our customers to replace the affected product as soon as possible. If a non-elective procedure requires use of this catheter, we recommend that you do not use the catheter with either a cell saver autotransfusion system or direct autotransfusion chest drainage collection system for cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
Atrium has not received reports of any OSCS-related adverse events arising from any use of their Hydraglide Thoracic Catheters. This voluntary recall is being initiated as a precaution to minimize any future potential risk.
The above Customer Notification actions are being taken with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Physicians and hospital personnel with product related questions should call the company at 1-800-5-ATRIUM, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
About Atrium
Atrium's vast expertise in medical device technologies for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, hernia and adhesion prevention has brought a number of breakthrough advances in several diversified healthcare markets including interventional cardiology and radiology, chest trauma care and thoracic drainage, vascular surgery, and soft tissue repair. Maintaining a commitment to the latest ISO13485 Quality Standards, state-of-the-art manufacturing and automation, cell biology and biomaterial discovery programs, Atrium continues to excel in those healthcare segments that require more advanced surgical intervention for improvements in patient outcome. For more information, call 800-370-7899 or visit www.atriummed.com.
Source: Atrium Medical Corporation