Class IIReported 2025-12-03
Option"ELITE Vena Cava Filter System REF 352506070E UDI-DI code: 00886333217151 The Option"ELITE Filter is indicated for the prevention of recurrent pulmonary embolism (PE) via percutaneous placement in the inferior vena cava (IVC) in the following conditions: " Pulmonary thromboembolism when anticoagulants are contraindicated " Failure of anticoagulant therapy in thromboembolic disease " Emergency treatment following massive pulmonary embolism where anticipated benefits of conventional therapy are reduced " Chronic, recurrent pulmonary embolism where anticoagulant therapy has failed or is contraindicated
Recalled by Argon Medical Devices, Inc
Reason for Recall
Due to complaints of increased resistance when advancing the dilator within the introducer sheath
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This issue could potential result in procedural delays and/or risk of venous intimal injuries if excessive force is applied