Paclitaxel-coated Balloons (pcb) And Paclitaxel-eluting Stents (pes) For The Treatment Of Peripheral Arterial Disease (pad) And The Potential Risk Of Long-term All-cause Mortality

Recall Summary The FDA is recalling paclitaxel-coated balloons and paclitaxel-eluting stents used to treat peripheral arterial disease due to a potential increased risk of long-term death from all causes in patients who receive these devices. These medical devices are distributed throughout Canada. Patients who have received these devices should consult their healthcare provider about their individual situation.

Product
Paclitaxel-Coated Balloons (PCB) and Paclitaxel-Eluting Stents (PES)
Reason
Product safety
Category
drug recall
Country
Canada
Agency
HC-DRUGS
Recall date
2024-02-20
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DRUGS

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/500ca4ed-3251-4899-8a95-ad99c65cd7d2