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NC TREK Coronary Dilatation Catheter, REF 1012453-20 Rx Only, NC TREK RX 4.50 X 8MM BDC The NC TREK RX Coronary Dilatation Catheter i...

⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately

This product has been flagged with severe risks (other). Stop using it now and contact the brand or FDA for a refund, repair, or replacement.

Units Affected
39,687
Recall Date
January 29, 2020
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Other

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1132-2020.

Coronary Dilatation Catheters may exhibit difficulty or inability to deflate the balloon.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1132-2020.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Abbott Vascular or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-1132-2020.

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Abbott Vascular Recall FAQ

Abbott Vascular is the subject of a medical implants safety report: NC TREK Coronary Dilatation Catheter, REF 1012453-20 Rx Only, NC TREK RX 4.50 X 8MM BDC The NC TREK RX Coronary Dilatation Catheter i.... The notice was published on January 29, 2020 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 39,687 units are potentially affected.