Medical Device Safety and Recalls: Stryker Fuhrman Pleural and Pneumopericardial Drainage Sets

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Title: Medical Device Safety and Recalls: Stryker Fuhrman Pleural and Pneumopericardial Drainage Sets

A recall has been issued for Stryker Fuhrman Pleural and Pneumopericardial Drainage Sets.  Stryker Sustainability Solutions received two reports that the catheter included in the Drainage Set broke off in the pleural cavity while inserting the device into the patient. Both cases resulted in the need for medical intervention. This issue could cause serious patient injury or death.

For more information, go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ListofRecalls/ucm481231.htm

 

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