Argon Medical Devices Recalls L-Cath PICC Catheters
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Argon Medical Devices, Inc. is recalling 6,928 units of L-Cath PICC catheters due to potential leaking or cracking at the hub.
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This notice was issued by FDA on August 13, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Argon Medical Devices, Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of certain L-Cath PICC catheters after reports that the devices may experience leaking and/or cracking at the hub. This could result in catheter replacement, inability to flush or aspirate, occlusion, therapy interruption, blood loss, tissue irritation, or bloodstream infection.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 6,928 units of the following products distributed in the US (AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NJ, NV, NY, OR, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA) and internationally (MYS, CAN, SAU):
- L-Cath PICC S/L Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter: 26ga (1.9F) 0.60mm x 30cm, REF: 384539
- 18ga (3.5F) 1.15mm x 60cm, REF: 384464
- Basic Kit 28GA (1.2F) x 25cm 1 Lumen, REF: 384516
- 20ga (3F) 1.00mm x 60cm, REF: 384463 Affected lots include specific expiration dates through December 2026. Recall number Z-2803-2026. Classification: Class II.
What You Should Do
Healthcare providers and facilities should identify and quarantine affected units. Contact Argon Medical Devices, Inc. for return or replacement instructions.
Why This Matters
The defect may interrupt critical intravenous therapies or lead to infection risks in patients requiring central venous access.
Source
FDA recall Z-2803-2026, Argon Medical Devices, Inc., Athens, TX.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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