Supply Issues Vygon UK Ltd 7Fr Double Lumen Tunnelled Central Venous Catheter FSU129 (ICN 3446)

Change:

• The supplier Vygon UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its central venous catheters.
• There is one product affected:
  • FSU129 – Skin Tunnelled Catheter Cuffed Double Lumen for Long Term Use 7Fr with tunnelling trocar peel apart Desilet introducer and 2 latex free injection membranes hubs green and blue.
• The supply issue is due to increased demand and lead times.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• FSU129 is still available to order through NHS Supply Chain. However, trusts are allocated a maximum daily quantity or “threshold” to ensure fair supply of available stock across the NHS.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FVB85028 – Skin Tunnelled Catheter Cuffed Double Lumen For Long Term Use 7Fr x 65cm with peelable introducer.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 30 October 2026.

Next Steps:

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier, and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products, we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these product.