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Ref. MDA/2005/053
Issued: 29 September 2005
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| DEVICE: Central venous catheter and pacing lead introducer kits. |
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| PROBLEM: Misuse of guidewire straighteners; potential for venous embolisation. |
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| ACTION BY: All clinicians who use this device. |
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| ACTION: Be aware of the intended use of this device and the risks associated with off-label use. |
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DISTRIBUTED to:
* via CE Bulletin |
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| CONTACTS: MHRA contacts for technical and clinical aspects. Change of address or removal from address list for Healthcare Commission. |
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> Further information supplied in the following pages.


