Supply Issues Vygon UK Ltd Catheter Placement Pack FSU85000 (ICN 3460)

• The supply issue with the catheter placement pack from Vygon UK Ltd is now resolved.
• FSU8500 is no longer subject to Protect Demand Management and is available to order through our online catalogue without restrictions.
• This ICN is now closed.

Change:

• The supplier Vygon UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its catheter placement pack.
• There is one product code affected:
  • FSU85000 − Catheter placement pack neonatal long line .
• Production of this product has been delayed due to the shortage of one of the metal components.
• Due to this ongoing supply issue this product is now being threshold managed as it is subject to Protect Demand Management.

Impact:

• FSU85000 is still available to order on intermittent supply basis 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:
  • EVS87601 – Procedure Packs Umbilical.
• See our Useful Links section to view EVS87601 in our catalogue. Please refer to the Marketing Materials link which can be found in the data sheets tab. This provides all the components within the product.
• 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 26 October 2026.

Next Steps:

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives and the product codes currently subject to Protect Demand Management.
• Customers are encouraged to review their current stock holdings to manage their own demand, and review the alternative listed on the catalogue.
• Customers should review the cost of the alternative product and factor this into their purchasing decisions
• 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 products.