Arrow International Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2017 - (Recall #: Z-1879-2017)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2017.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Pressure Injectable Arrowg+ard Blue Plus Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheterization Kit. Permits venous access to central circulation by way of subclavian, jugular and femoral veins. The ARROWg+ard technology is intended to provide protection against catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs). It is not intended to be used as a treatment for existing infections nor is it indicated for long-term use (>30 days). Clinical effectiveness of the ARROW g+ard Blue Plus catheter in preventing CRBSIs compared to the original ARROWg+ard Blue catheter has not been studied

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 17, 2017

Date Posted: May 3, 2017

Recall Number: Z-1879-2017

Event ID: 76935

Reason for Recall:

Arrow International is recalling due to possible voids in the catheter hub, which could lead to an interlumen crossover.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 310 units

Code Information:

Product Codes ASK-45703-PRWJ1, ASK-45703-PUAB1, and ASK-45703-PUPM Lot # 13F16L0105, 23F16K0180 and 13F16L0199

Distribution Pattern:

US Distribution to NJ, IL, and PA

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated