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Health product recall

Galt VTI Valved Tearaway Introducer Set and Galt VTI Standard Kit W/SP (2014-07-25)

Starting date:
July 25, 2014
Posting date:
August 15, 2014
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-41037

Recalled products

  1. Galt VTI Valved Tearaway Introducer Set
  2. Galt VTI Standard Kit W/SP

Reason

The adhesive used in the VTI product has the potential to dislodge when objects are inserted through the valve.

Affected products

A. Galt VTI Valved Tearaway Introducer Set

Lot or serial number

All lots

Model or catalog number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Companies
Manufacturer
Galt Medical Corporation
2220 Merritt drive
Garland
75041
Texas
UNITED STATES

B. Galt VTI Standard Kit W/SP

Lot or serial number

All lots

Model or catalog number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Companies
Manufacturer
Galt Medical Corporation
2220 Merritt drive
Garland
75041
Texas
UNITED STATES