Baxter recalls AK 98 Dialysis Machines with specific serial numbers due to potential exposure to PCBs during use. Affected units have runtime under 500 hours.
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 AK 98 Dialysis Machines with serial numbers and runtime under 500 hours because they may expose users to PCBs. This could pose health risks during dialysis treatment.
The machines may release non-dioxin-like PCBs during dialysis treatment. These chemicals are linked to health issues, though the risk level is not severe enough to cause immediate harm.
Patients using Baxter AK 98 Dialysis Machines with serial numbers and runtime under 500 hours are most at risk. Healthcare providers using these machines may also be affected.
Check for serial numbers starting with UDI/DI 07332414124519 and runtime under 500 hours. The product code is 955607.
Look for the serial number starting with UDI/DI 07332414124519 and ensure runtime is under 500 hours.
The product code is 955607.
Check if your machine has a serial number starting with UDI/DI 07332414124519 and runtime under 500 hours.
The recall does not mention any remedy or fix for this issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0327-2025 — Baxter Baxter Hello, I own a Baxter that is covered by recall Z-0327-2025 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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