Bard recalls specific Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath dialysis catheters due to lidocaine ampoules manufactured under deficient practices. Affected units have UDI-DI codes starting with 00801741107177. No remedy is stated in the recall notice.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
Bard is recalling certain Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath dialysis catheters because lidocaine ampoules used in their production were made under deficient manufacturing practices. This issue could affect patients using these catheters for dialysis treatments.
The recall is triggered by lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient practices by the supplier. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic used in medical procedures, and improper manufacturing could lead to unsafe conditions during use.
Patients using the recalled Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath dialysis catheters for hemodialysis or related treatments are most at risk. Healthcare providers who have these catheters in their inventory may also be affected.
Check for UDI-DI codes starting with 00801741107177, 00801741107184, 00801741107191, 00801741107214, or 00801741107221. The catheters are labeled as Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath Straight Short-Term Dialysis Catheters with 12 Fr Triple-Lumen.
Identify the UDI-DI code on the catheter packaging or label to confirm if it matches the recalled codes.
The recall is due to lidocaine ampoules used in manufacturing being produced under deficient practices by the supplier.
Affected models include Power-Trialysis Slim-Cath Straight Short-Term Dialysis Catheters with UDI-DI codes 00801741107177, 00801741107184, 00801741107191, 00801741107214, and 00801741107221.
The recall notice does not specify any remedy or action for affected products.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2661-2026 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-2661-2026 from Bard. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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