CLASS II Device recall · Reported 26 Sep 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report
Temperature Sensor Catheter recalled by Degania Silicone
Degania Silicone is recalling Temperature Sensor Catheter, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 21 Jun 2018 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-2757-2018
- FDA event ID
- 80641
- Recalling firm
- Degania Silicone, Dganya Bet, N/A
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 21 Jun 2018
- FDA classified
- 20 Sep 2018
- Reported
- 26 Sep 2018
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Sterility
- Device type
- Heart & Vascular Devices
Timeline
| 21 Jun 2018 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 20 Sep 2018 | Classified by FDA | +91 days |
| 26 Sep 2018 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The catheters are suspected to contain defective sensors; if used, defective catheter will show lower body temperature than the actual body temperature of a patient.
A sterility recall means a product that must be sterile, such as an injection or eye drop, may be contaminated. Using a non-sterile product can cause serious infection.
Product as listed by the FDA
Temperature Sensor Catheter 8FR, Catalogue Number 102201100863BI Product Usage: This is sterile, single use, two-way silicone Foley Catheter with a thermistor embedded in the third lumen. It is intended for use in the drainage/ collection of urine from the urinary bladder and simultaneous monitoring of the body core temperature during surgery or post-surgical period.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states: IL, NC, NY and the countries of : Belgium, Israel, Japan, and Mexico.
Questions about this recall
Is Temperature Sensor Catheter recalled?
Yes. Degania Silicone recalled Temperature Sensor Catheter on 21 Jun 2018. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-2757-2018.
Why was it recalled?
The catheters are suspected to contain defective sensors; if used, defective catheter will show lower body temperature than the actual body temperature of a patient.
Which lots are affected?
V17002337, V17003078, V17016095, V17020364
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states: IL, NC, NY and the countries of : Belgium, Israel, Japan, and Mexico.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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