B Braun recalls SL Bloodline tubing for FMC 2008 series to prevent occlusion during hemodialysis. Incomplete connector insertion may cause flow restrictions, requiring switch to retrograde flow.
Incomplete insertion of the patient connector of the Streamline Airless System Hemodialysis Bloodline to the Locksite may result in the potential for occlusion during prograde rinseback procedures. If the patient connector is not fully inserted into the Locksite, the internal septum may not open fully enough to prevent restrictions to flow. may cause delays in therapy while clinicians are forced to switch to retrograde flow method
B Braun is recalling SL Bloodline tubing for FMC 2:008 series used in hemodialysis. If the patient connector isn't fully inserted into the Locksite, it may cause flow restrictions and delays in treatment.
The patient connector may not fully open if not inserted correctly into the Locksite, causing flow restrictions. This can lead to delays in therapy and require switching to a retrograde flow method.
Hemodialysis patients and their healthcare providers using the SL Bloodline tubing for FMC 2008 series. Those with incomplete connector insertion are at risk of flow restrictions.
Check for model number SL-2000M2095 on the tubing. The product was sold with UDI-DI 04046964367762 and all unexpired lot numbers.
Ensure the patient connector is fully inserted into the Locksite before use to prevent flow restrictions.
The recall is due to the risk of incomplete connector insertion causing flow restrictions during hemodialysis procedures.
The affected model is SL-2000M2095 with UDI-DI 04046964367762 and all unexpired lot numbers.
The recall does not provide a fix; users must ensure proper connector insertion to avoid flow restrictions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3173-2024 — B Braun B Braun Hello, I own a B Braun that is covered by recall Z-3173-2024 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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