1. Merit Medical Recalls Dialysis Catheter Sheath Over Splitting Failure Risk
A critical flaw in a medical device used for dialysis access has prompted an urgent recall. The Merit Medical 16F Dual-Valved Splittable Sheath Introducer, a catheter sheath, may fail to split as designed during a procedure. This malfunction is not a minor inconvenience; it directly threatens patient safety by potentia...