Argon Medical Devices, Inc: Gauze/sponge, Internal, X-ray Detectable

Recall Summary Argon Medical Devices is recalling Arterial Line Kits (model 400115A) distributed nationwide because the included Lidocaine anesthetic ampules failed sterility testing and do not meet safety standards. The kits were distributed across the U.S., Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, and all 50 states. This is classified as a Class I recall, indicating a serious potential health risk.

Recalling firm
Argon Medical Devices, Inc
Product
Arterial Line Kit 20ga x 6, REF: 400115A
Reason
Kits containing Lidocaine HCL Injection USP 1% 10mg/mL 5mL ampules subject to another recall recalled due to not meeting release criteria for sterility.
Classification
Class I
Category
medical device recall
Country
United States
Agency
FDA-DEVICES
Recall date
2026-06-01
Status
Open, Classified
Areas affected
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, ...
Distribution
Distribution US nationwide including Puerto Rico; OUS to Trinidad and Tobago.

Official recall notice from FDA-DEVICES

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