Medline recalls intermittent latex catheters with potential connector detachment. Affected units may cause injury if catheter disconnects during use. Contact Medline for details.
During an internal review, Medline identified representative samples did not meet applicable performance specifications. Identified issues include irregularities in catheter surface finish, instances where the catheter connector detached prematurely from the catheter funnel, and limited cases where the catheter outer diameter did not meet specification.
Medline is recalling intermittent latex catheters that may detach from the collection bag during use. This could lead to injury if the catheter disconnects while in use.
The catheter connector may detach prematurely from the catheter funnel during use. This can happen due to irregularities in the catheter surface finish and manufacturing defects. If the connector detaches, it could cause injury to the user.
Healthcare professionals and patients using Medline's intermittent latex catheters with the specific model number URO4RR14C are affected. Those who use the catheters for urinary drainage are at risk of injury if the connector detaches.
Check for the product model number URO4RR14C on the catheter packaging. The catheters were sold with the specific Medline Product Number/SKU (REF) and UDI/DI numbers listed in the recall notice. All lots of this product are affected.
Identify the product model number URO4RR14C on the catheter packaging to confirm if it is affected.
No, only the specific model URO4RR14C with the listed product numbers is affected.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Medline directly for further instructions.
Yes, if the connector detaches during use, it could cause injury to the user.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medline to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2483-2026 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-2483-2026 from Medline. 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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