Avanos Medical recalls Ballard Closed Suction Catheters (model 2210-5) due to lack of sterility assurance. Affected units sold with specific lot numbers; consumers should contact the manufacturer for details.
Lack of sterility assurance for closed suction catheter systems
Avanos Medical recalls Ballard Closed Suction Catheters model 2210-5 because they may not be sterile. This could lead to infections if used improperly. Affected units have specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
The catheters lack proper sterility assurance, meaning they might not be clean enough to prevent infections. This is a risk during medical procedures where sterile equipment is critical.
Adults using Ballard Closed Suction Catheters model 2210-5 for medical purposes. Healthcare professionals and patients who have the specific lot numbers are most at risk.
Check the lot number on the catheter packaging. Affected units have lot numbers 1555424, 00609038983103, 10609038983107, or 20609038983100.
Look for the lot number on the catheter packaging to confirm if it's affected.
The recall is due to a lack of sterility assurance for closed suction catheter systems, which could lead to infections if used improperly.
Affected units have lot numbers 1555424, 00609038983103, 10609038983107, or 20609038983100.
Check the lot number on the catheter packaging; affected units have specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ballard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1525-2025 — Ballard Ballard Hello, I own a Ballard that is covered by recall Z-1525-2025 from Ballard. 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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