B Braun recalls Introcan Safety 3 IV catheters due to increased risk of valve housing detachment causing leakage. Affected models include 22 gauge, 1 inch, PUR, Winged catheters with specific serial numbers.
Increased risk for valve housing detachment causing leakage.
B Braun is recalling certain Introcan Safety 3 IV catheters because the valve housing might detach, leading to leakage. This could cause infections or other complications during medical procedures.
The valve housing in these IV catheters can detach during use, causing leakage of the IV solution. This leakage may lead to infections or other complications if not properly managed.
Healthcare professionals and patients using the recalled IV catheters are affected. Those with the specific model numbers and serial numbers listed in the recall are most at risk.
Check for the model number 4251128-02 on the catheter packaging. The UDI-DI number 04046964014017 and lot number 24F09G8952 are also associated with this recall.
Review the model number, UDI-DI, and lot number on the catheter packaging to confirm if it is affected.
Yes, the valve housing can detach causing leakage, which may lead to infections or other complications during medical procedures.
Check for model number 4251128-02, UDI-DI 04046964014017, and lot number 24F09G8952 on the packaging.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact B Braun Medical Inc for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1397-2025 — B Braun B Braun Hello, I own a B Braun that is covered by recall Z-1397-2025 from B Braun. 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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