FDAMarch 28, 2019device

Edwards Lifesciences, Fogarty Dilation Atrioseptostomy Catheter, Sterile EO, Rx Only, REF: 830705F Product Usage: The Fogarty dilation atrioseptostomy catheter is designed for enlarging interatrial openings. In most pediatric cardiology centers, balloon atrioseptostomy is an accepted technique fo...

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

The hazard

Difficulty with atrioseptostomy catheter balloon deflation after deployment, and reports of balloon fragmentation or detachment.

What to do

FDA enforcement status: Terminated

Brands named

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Recall history

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