HIGH

Abbott Recalls TactiFlex Catheter Due to Tip Detachment Risk

Abbott recalled 3,403 TactiFlex Sensor Enabled Ablation Catheters due to potential tip detachment during removal. The recall affects medical devices distributed worldwide. Patients and healthcare providers must stop using the device immediately.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 10, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Abbott
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Abbott has become aware of a limited number of tip detachment events during catheter removal from the packaging.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Abbott or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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Product Details

The recall involves the TactiFlex Sensor Enabled Ablation Catheter, 8F, 115 cm, DD, (BiD Curve D-D), REF A-TFSE-DD. The affected batch numbers include 8843948, 8855039, 8906316, and others. This product was distributed worldwide.

The Hazard

Abbott identified a risk of tip detachment during the removal of the catheter from its packaging. This defect poses a high risk to patients as it could lead to complications during cardiac procedures.

Reported Incidents

There have been a limited number of reported incidents related to tip detachment. No injuries or deaths have been reported at this time.

What to Do

Stop using the TactiFlex catheter immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by Abbott and contact your healthcare provider for further guidance.

Contact Information

For more details, contact Abbott directly or visit their website. Additional information is available through the FDA's recall report.

Key Facts

  • Recall date: September 10, 2025
  • Report date: October 22, 2025
  • Quantity recalled: 3,403 units
  • Distribution: Worldwide
  • Classification: Class I

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
GTIN 05415067034557
Batch Numbers: 8843948
8855039
8906316
8913730
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Report Date
October 22, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Medical Devices
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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