Avanos Medical recalls Ballard Closed Suction Catheters model 2271418-5 due to lack of sterility assurance. This could lead to infections if used improperly. Consumers should check their lot numbers and contact the manufacturer for details.
Lack of sterility assurance for closed suction catheter systems
Avanos Medical is recalling Ballard Closed Suction Catheters model 2271418-5 because they lack sterility assurance. This means the catheters might not be clean enough to prevent infections during medical procedures. If you have this model, stop using it and contact the manufacturer for instructions.
The closed suction catheter systems do not have proper sterility assurance, meaning they might not be clean enough to prevent infections during medical procedures. This could happen if the catheters are used without being properly sterilized.
Healthcare professionals and patients using Ballard Closed Suction Catheters model 2271418-5 for medical procedures are affected. Those with the specific lot numbers listed are at higher risk of infection.
Check the lot number on the packaging, which is listed as 1555430 for the specific model. The product is sold under the Ballard brand for adults with a 14 F size.
Look for the lot number 1555430 on the packaging to confirm if your catheters are affected.
The recall is due to a lack of sterility assurance in the closed suction catheter systems, which could lead to infections if used improperly.
Check the lot number on the packaging. If it matches 1555430, contact Avanos Medical for instructions on how to handle the product.
The recall is for infection risk, not serious injury. The danger level is low risk as the hazard does not involve immediate physical harm.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ballard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1526-2025 — Ballard Ballard Hello, I own a Ballard that is covered by recall Z-1526-2025 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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