Bard recalls PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen models with specific UDI-DI codes due to lidocaine ampoules manufactured under deficient practices. Affected units may pose risks from improper manufacturing.
Due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient manufacturing practices by manufacturer, lidocaine ampoules are currently being recalled by supplier.
Bard is recalling specific PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen models because lidocaine ampoules used in their production were made under deficient manufacturing practices. This could lead to potential issues with the catheter's safety and effectiveness.
The recall is due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient practices by the supplier. This could affect the safety and quality of the catheter, though the exact risk mechanism isn't clearly described in the notice.
Healthcare professionals using the PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen models with the listed UDI-DI codes are most at risk. Patients receiving these catheters may also be affected.
Check for the PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen models with UDI-DI codes 00801741236150, 00801741129278, or 00801741129353. The lot numbers REKX0112, REKW0949, and REJZ1337 are also associated with these models.
Identify the UDI-DI code and lot number on the catheter to confirm if it's affected.
The recall is due to lidocaine ampoules being manufactured under deficient practices by the supplier, which could affect the safety and quality of the catheter.
PowerMidline Catheter 4 Fr Dual-Lumen models with UDI-DI codes 00801741236150, 00801741129278, or 00801741129353 and lot numbers REKX0112, REKW0949, or REJZ1337.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so contact Bard Access Systems, Inc. for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2663-2026 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-2663-2026 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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