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Health product recall

Torflex Transseptal Guiding Sheath (2013-09-24)

Starting date:
September 24, 2013
Posting date:
October 31, 2013
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-36487

Recalled Products

Torflex Transseptal Guiding Sheath 

Reason

Small fragment may be scored from the outside of the dilator by the sheath when the dilator is inserted or removed from the sheath. These fragments could potentially migrate into patients bloodstream.

Affected products

Torflex Transseptal Guiding Sheath 

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer

Model or catalog number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer

Companies
Manufacturer
Baylis Medical Company Inc.
5959 Trans-Canada Highway
Montreal
H4T 1A1
Quebec
CANADA