B. Braun recalls specific epidural trays due to filter straws with Neuraxial connectors that don't interface correctly with other kit components. Affected products include PERIFIX 17 Ga. and 19 Ga. catheters. Contact for remedy.
Kits should contain Filter Straws with Standard Luer Connections however the kits contain Filter Straws with Neuraxial connectors preventing interface with the other components of the kit.
B. Braun is recalling certain epidural trays because the filter straws have Neuraxial connectors instead of standard Luer connections. This prevents proper interface with other kit components, potentially causing incorrect administration of pain relief.
The filter straws in the kits have Neuraxial connectors instead of standard Luer connections. This prevents the straws from properly connecting with other components of the kit, which could lead to incorrect administration of pain relief medications.
Healthcare professionals using the specific epidural trays for pain management are most at risk. Patients receiving epidural procedures using these kits may be affected.
Check for the product names: PERIFIX 17 Ga. x 3-1/2 in. (90 mm) Tuohy or PERIFIX FX 19 Ga. Springwound Closed Tip Catheter, 5 mL Glass Luer Lock LOR Tray. The product code is 332079 with lot number 0061855319 and expiration date 30.APR.2024.
Verify the product name and lot number against the provided details to confirm if your item is affected.
The filter straws in the kits have Neuraxial connectors instead of standard Luer connections, preventing proper interface with other kit components.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact B. Braun directly for further instructions.
The recall indicates a potential issue with correct administration of pain relief, but no specific injury mechanism is described.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1149-2024 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-1149-2024 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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