# Major Recall Alert: Novasight Hybrid Catheter Recalled Due to Detachment Risk
Conavi Medical Inc. has announced a **voluntary recall** of its **Novasight Hybrid Catheters** in Canada. This recall stems from a clinical case in the U.S. where **a portion of the catheter detached and remained inside the patient’s body on November 21, 2024**. While the detached portion was successfully retrieved with no reported injuries, there is a potential risk of **adverse health consequences**. The recall in Canada is set to begin on **March 12, 2025**, following a **Health Canada FRN submission on March 8, 2024**.
## Why This Recall is Important
Catheter-based medical devices, such as the Novasight Hybrid Catheter, play a critical role in both diagnostic and treatment procedures. However, any malfunction can pose significant risks to patient safety.
The reported U.S. incident highlights a **critical design or manufacturing issue** where a portion of the catheter detached during use. Although no injuries occurred in the instance, the potential for **serious complications** remains if similar events happen. These risks include:
- Potential need for **additional procedures** to retrieve the detached portion, increasing patient exposure to medical risks.
- Possible **infection** or other complications during retrieval.
Understanding and mitigating these risks is vital, which is why **Conavi Medical Inc.** has initiated this voluntary recall to protect both providers and patients.
## Details of the Recall
Below are the essential details concerning this recall:
- **Product Impacted**: Novasight Hybrid Catheters
- **Brand**: Novasight Hybrid Catheter
- **Reason for Recall**:
- A portion of the catheter detached and remained inside a patient’s body during a clinical case in the U.S. on **November 21, 2024**.
- While the issue was resolved without injury, there is a probability that use of defective catheter lots **may cause adverse health consequences**.
- **Canadian Market Impact**:
- This recall was informed by a **Health Canada FRN submission on March 8, 2024**.
- The voluntary recall in Canada begins on **March 12, 2025**.
Medical professionals and suppliers should carefully review inventory and immediately stop the use of **affected lots of Novasight Hybrid Catheters**.
For the official recall notice and additional details, visit [Health Canada’s recall alert page](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/novasight-hybrid-catheter).
## What You Should Do
If you are a healthcare provider or have received care involving the Novasight Hybrid Catheter:
- **Stop Usage**: Immediately cease the use of all applicable lots of Novasight Hybrid Catheters.
- **Contact Conavi Medical Inc.**: Physicians and facilities should reach out to Conavi Medical for details on product returns or replacements.
- **Stay Updated**: Check regularly for updates via Health Canada’s recall website or through your medical supplier.
If you are a patient:
- Discuss any concerns with your **healthcare provider** if you’ve undergone a procedure involving a **Novasight Hybrid Catheter**.
- Report any symptoms or complications to your physician immediately.
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For the full details on this recall, visit the **official alert notice provided by Health Canada**: [**Read More Here**](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/novasight-hybrid-catheter).
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