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Health product recall

Dualok Breast Lesion Localization Wire (2014-09-03)

Starting date:
September 3, 2014
Posting date:
September 9, 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-41303

Recalled Products

Dualok Breast Lesion Localization Wire 

Reason

Specific product code / lot number combinations of bard Dualok breast lesion localization wires may be at risk of having portions of the wire protruding from the packaging, thus representing a breach of the sterile barrier and potential sharps hazard.

Affected products

Dualok Breast Lesion Localization Wire

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Model or catalog number
  • LW0037
  • LW0057
  • LW0077
  • LW0107
  • LW0137
Companies
Manufacturer
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc.
1625 West 3rd Street
Tempe
85281
Arizona
UNITED STATES