Baxter recalls MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets with Twist Clamp (Part R5C4482) for potential PCB exposure during peritoneal dialysis. Affected units include all lots manufactured after H19J22078.
Baxter is aware of several recalls by other manufacturers related to the potential risk of exposure to non-dioxin-like (NDL) polychlorinated biphenyl acids (PCBAs) and NDL polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) when using certain peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis devices.
Baxter is recalling MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets used in peritone:al dialysis due to potential exposure to PCBs. This could pose health risks for patients using these devices. Affected units include all lots made after a specific date.
The device may expose users to non-dioxin-like PCBs during peritoneal dialysis. These chemicals are linked to health risks, though the exact danger level isn't specified in the recall notice.
Patients using peritoneal dialysis with this specific Baxter device are most at risk. The recall affects all units manufactured after H19J22078.
Check for the part number R5C4482 on the device. The device is used in peritoneal dialysis and was manufactured after H19J22078.
Look for the part number R5C4482 and the lot/serial number on the device.
The recall states there is a potential risk of exposure to PCBs, but no specific action is required beyond checking the device details.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is needed beyond checking the device details.
Check for the part number R5C4482 and the lot/serial number on the device. The device was manufactured after H19J22078.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0377-2025 — Baxter Baxter Hello, I own a Baxter that is covered by recall Z-0377-2025 from Baxter. 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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