Critical Alert
Cook Incorporated Recalls Beacon Tip Centimeter Sizing Catheter RPN/GPN NR5
This is a Class I recall — the most serious type. There is a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death.
Source: FDA
CriticalRecall #Z-1936-2026Medical Device
Cook Incorporated Recalls Beacon Tip Centimeter Sizing Catheter RPN/GPN NR5
Cook Incorporated · Class I — Most Serious
Product Description
Beacon Tip Centimeter Sizing Catheter RPN/GPN NR5.0-35-70-P-10S-0-CSC-20 G31213 NR5.0-35-100-P-10S-0-CSC-20 G31214 NR5.0-35-100-P-10S-PIG-CSC-20 G31216 NR5.0-35-70-P-10S-VCF-CSC-20 G31220 NR5.0-35-100-P-10S-VCF-CSC-20 G31221 Sizing catheters are single-use, sterile catheters with gold marker bands. These catheters are for use in angiographic procedures and available in a variety of lengths (70 and 100 cm) and tip configurations (straight, PIG, and VCF).
Reason for Recall
Marker bands may be at an increased risk of cracking/breakage. Potential adverse events that may result include increased procedural time, harms associated with device fragmentation/separation, and vessel injury. In a worst-case scenario, device fragmentation and separation may cause life-threatening harm or death.
FDA Classification
Class I — Most Serious
A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Distribution
US distribution nationwide. OUS distribution to Brunei, Brazil, Canda, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Hong Kong, Israel, India, Japan, South Korea, Macau, New Zealand, Singapore, El Salvador, Taiwan, Uruguay
Remedy
Consumers should stop using this product. Contact the recalling firm for further instructions regarding this product.
Sources: FDA openFDA Enforcement Database