Arrow International Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2018 - (Recall #: Z-1152-2018)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2018.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS catheter, Catalog Number: ASK-45854-NG Product Usage: The ARROWg+ard Blue PLUS¿ catheter 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 ARROWg+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: December 21, 2017

Date Posted: March 28, 2018

Recall Number: Z-1152-2018

Event ID: 79528

Reason for Recall:

Certain lots may be missing information at the bottom of the lid including the lot number, expiration date, and Unique Device Identification (UDI) information.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 420

Code Information:

Lot Numbers: 23F16H0744, 23F16J0072, 23F17B0781

Distribution Pattern:

United States in the state of FL.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated