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Aortic Balloon Catheter Recall: May Rupture During Surgery

A Class I recall has been issued for Edwards Lifesciences CardioVations EndoClamp Aortic Catheters, which are used during heart bypass surgery. The FDA and device manufacturer indicate that the balloon catheters may rupture during surgery, potentially causing a fatal injury for the patient.

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Terumo Pediatric Arterial Cannulae Recall: Heart Bypass Device May Fail

Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (Terumo CVS) has issued an urgent, worldwide recall of its Tenderflow Pediatric Arterial Cannulae, which is used during heart bypass surgery.