Supply Issues Vygon UK Ltd Umbilical Catheter FVP85005 (ICN 3382)

Change:

• The supplier Vygon UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its umbilical catheter.
• There is one product affected:
  • FVP85005 – Umbilical Catheter Double Lumen Expert Polyurethane x-ray opaque 4.0 FR 20 CM.
• Production was delayed due to component availability issues, which have now been resolved.
• Stock has been manufactured, but the product requires an extended sterilisation period before it is available for release.

Impact:

• FVP85005 is currently suspended and unavailable to order.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue:
  • FSY028– Umbilical Catheter Double lumen polyurethene x-ray opaque 4fr 20cm with clamps 1cm graduations from 4 to 20cm.
  • FSY362 – Umbilical Catheter Triple lumen polyurethane x-ray opaque polyurethane 4.5fr 20cm
  • FVP85003 – Umbilical Catheter Single Lumen Expert Polyurethane x-ray opaque 4.0 FR 40 CM.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternatives.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 3 August 2026.

Next Steps:               

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing temporary supply issues and therefore, customers may need to consider clinically reviewing all additional alternatives provided.
• We will update the ICN when we have further information.
• 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.