Baxter Healthcare recalls CLEARLINK SYSTEM EXTENSION SETs with potential leakage. This could cause IV fluid to leak from the patient's IV line, risking infection or discomfort. Affected units have specific product codes and lot numbers.
IV sets may leak.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling certain IV extension sets that may leak. This could lead to IV fluid leaking from the patient's line, potentially causing infection or discomfort. The recall affects specific product models with known lot numbers.
The IV extension sets may leak, causing IV fluid to escape from the patient's line. This could lead to infection or discomfort for the patient. The leak risk is due to a potential defect in the extension set's design.
Healthcare providers and patients using Baxter's CLEARLINK SYSTEM EXTENSION SETs with the described model and lot numbers are affected. Those with the specific product codes and lot numbers are most at risk.
Check for the product code 2C863: 14-inch CLEARLINK SYSTEM EXTENSION SET with Straight-Type, Standard Bore, CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valve, Retractable Collar. Lot numbers R25C31031 are also affected.
Verify the product code 2C8632 and lot number R25C31031 to confirm if your extension set is affected.
The extension set may leak, which could cause IV fluid to escape from the patient's line, potentially leading to infection or discomfort.
Check the product code and lot number to see if your extension set is affected. If it is, contact Baxter Healthcare for further instructions.
The recall states the extension set may leak, but it does not specify a risk of serious injury. The hazard is described as potential leakage causing infection or discomfort.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0198-2026 — Baxter Healthcare Baxter Healthcare Hello, I own a Baxter Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-0198-2026 from Baxter Healthcare. 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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