Covidien recalls Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Sport Packs due to potential missing heparin coating, which may reduce treatment benefits. Affected units have specific model and lot numbers.
Products may not be heparin coated as indicated on the label-leads to a potential loss of benefit due to the absence of the heparin coating
Covidien is recalling Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Sport Packs that may not have the heparin coating labeled on them. This could mean the catheter doesn't work as intended for hemodialysis treatments, putting users at risk of reduced effectiveness.
The catheter may not have the heparin coating as advertised, which is meant to prevent blood clots during dialysis. Without this coating, the catheter might not function properly, leading to reduced treatment effectiveness.
People using the Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Sport Pack for hemodialysis or infusion treatments. Those with the specific model number (8888119369P) and lot number (2318500118) are most affected.
Check for the model number 8888119369P and lot number 2318500118 on the packaging. The product is intended for hemodialysis and infusion treatments.
Look for the model number 8888119369P and lot number 2318500118 on the packaging to confirm if it's affected.
The catheter may not have the heparin coating as labeled, which could reduce its effectiveness for hemodialysis treatments.
Check the model number and lot number on the packaging. If it matches, contact Covidien for more information.
The recall record does not mention a remedy or fix.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1634-2024 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1634-2024 from Covidien. 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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