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Health product recall

Galeo Pro Coronary Guidewire

Starting date:
November 15, 2016
Posting date:
November 15, 2016
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type I
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-61068

Affected Products

Reason

This voluntary recall is being conducted due to the potential separation and detachment of the polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) coating on parts of these devices. Should the PTFE separate from the coronary guidewire, PTFE particulate could enter the blood stream of the patient.

Affected products

Galeo Pro Coronary Guidewire

Lot or serial number

More than 100 numbers, contact the manufacturer.

Model or catalog number
  • 389781
  • 389782
  • 389783
  • 389784
  • 389785
  • 389786
  • 389787
  • 389788
  • 389791
Companies
Manufacturer
Concert Medical LLC
77 Accord Park Dr.
Norwell
02061
Massachusetts
UNITED STATES