Reported Jun 7, 2017 · Terminated

Dolphin Inflation Device, REF 0185NA. Rx only, Sterilized using Ethylene Oxide. DOLPHIN is a single-use, sterile…

Vascular Solutions, Inc.

Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

What you should do

Stop using the affected lot and contact the recalling firm for the return or refund process. Check the FDA enforcement report for lot-level detail.

Firm contact: Vascular Solutions, Inc. · 6464 Sycamore Ct N · Maple Grove, MN · 55369-6032

Is this the product you have?

  • Dolphin Inflation Device, REF 0185NA. Rx only, Sterilized using Ethylene Oxide. DOLPHIN is a single-use, sterile inflation device used in cardiovascular procedures to pressurize (inflate) and depressurize (deflate) balloon catheters. The device itself consists of two components - the inflation device and large volume syringe (30 cc). The manually operation of the DOLPHIN is achieved by the manipulation of a large handle to drive a piston housed within the body of the device. Careful and controlled inflation is achieved by rotating the handle clockwise. During inflation a unique cam locking mechanism maintains pressure even if the user lets go of the device. Instantaneous deflation, regardless of balloon size, is made possible by the release of the dual locks located on device as well as a large, 30 cc syringe that is sold with each Dolphin Inflation Device. All the while during inflation or deflation pressure is displayed and can be monitored on a large analog gauge mounted on top of the device.
Lot codes and dates
  • Lot Numbers
    • 15075668
    • 15075924
    • 15115426
    • 15125175
    • 16025324
    • 16035493
    • 16055261
Amount recalled
4,110

Where it was sold

Why it was recalled

The manufacturer of the DOLPHIN inflation device, Perouse Medical, has initiated a recall of the device due to a potential defect in the sterile barrier. Use of affected product could pose a risk of microbial contamination, leading to infection.

This product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

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Where this came from

Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (openFDA)

Read the FDA (openFDA device enforcement) notice

Notice updated Apr 11, 2018 · Data as of Sep 19, 5:21 PM UTC

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