Smiths Medical recalls ProPort Plastic Venous Access Systems with risk of port housing separation due to manufacturing defect. Affected units have specific model and lot numbers.
The plastic port housing and port reservoir of the ProPort Plastic Implantable Ports may separate because of a manufacturing defect.
Smiths Medical is recalling a type of IV access system because a manufacturing defect might cause the plastic port housing and reservoir to separate. This could lead to complications if the system is used.
The plastic port housing and reservoir can separate due to a manufacturing defect. This separation could cause the system to malfunction or become disconnected during use, potentially leading to complications for patients.
Patients using this specific IV access system for medical treatments are most at risk. Healthcare providers who use the system for patient care may also be affected.
Check for the model number 21-4173-24 and lot numbers 4317077 on the product. The system has a unique identifier (UDI/DI) 10610586012747.
Look for model number 21-4173-24 and lot number 4317077 on the system.
The plastic port housing and reservoir may separate due to a manufacturing defect.
Check for model number 21-4173-24 and lot number 4317077. If you have the affected product, contact Smiths Medical for guidance.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or fix.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smiths Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1285-2025 — Smiths Medical Smiths Medical Hello, I own a Smiths Medical that is covered by recall Z-1285-2025 from Smiths Medical. 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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