Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

Sarns high-flow aortic arch cannula Recalled by Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation Due to Flexible Arterial Cannula and High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula...

Date: January 7, 2013
Company: Terumo Cardiovascular Systems 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 Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation directly.

Affected Products

Sarns high-flow aortic arch cannula, 6.5 mm (20 Fr) OD with 3/8in connector, 11in (28 cm) long, with X coating surface The Sarns" High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula and Sarns" Flexible Arterial Cannulae are indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery

Quantity: 6830 total all products

Why Was This Recalled?

Flexible Arterial Cannula and High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula connectors were identified to contain flash on the exterior of the cannula connector that exceeded established specifications. Because the flash has the potential to detach in the operative field, TCVS has decided to remove all affected lots that were manufactured with the affected connector part.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation

Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation has 204 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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