Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Atrium 28Fr PVC Thoracic Catheter RIGHT ANGLE Recalled by Atrium Medical Corporation Due to This recall has been initiated in response to...

Date: October 12, 2018
Company: Atrium Medical Corporation
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Atrium Medical Corporation directly.

Affected Products

Atrium 28Fr PVC Thoracic Catheter RIGHT ANGLE, Part No. 8128

Quantity: 2930 units

Why Was This Recalled?

This recall has been initiated in response to a seal defect found in certain sterile barrier pouches containing the device. Affected pouches are un-sealed at the bottom. If the pouch defect is not detected it could represent a serious hazard to the patient. A sterility breach could potentially lead to product contamination. The potentially affected device is used in contact with critical anatomical structures and deep into the body. If contaminated, the consequences for the patient could be severe. The severity of the possible clinical complications depends on the degree of contamination of the device, the microorganisms involved and the patient s risk factors. To date, Getinge/Atrium has not received any reports of patient injury related to this issue.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Atrium Medical Corporation

Atrium Medical Corporation has 150 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report