Medtronic recalls specific lumbar catheter models due to potential disconnection from patient lines. This could lead to cerebrospinal fluid leakage. Affected units have unique lot numbers; check your device for the listed serial codes.
Potential for catheter disconnection from the patient line stopcock connectors.
Medtronic is recalling certain lumbar catheter models that may disconnect from patient lines, risking cerebrospinal fluid leakage. This could cause serious complications if the catheter becomes disconnected during use.
The catheter may disconnect from the patient line stopcock connectors, leading to cerebrospinal fluid leakage. This could cause infection, increased intracranial pressure, or other serious complications if not properly managed.
Patients using the Medtronic Duet External Drainage System for cerebrospinal fluid drainage are most at risk. Healthcare providers and patients with specific medical conditions requiring this device should check if their unit is affected.
Check your device for the lot numbers listed: 222277587 00613994445407, 223565027 00763000624804, and other specific serial codes provided in the recall notice. The product is a sterile lumbar catheter used for draining cerebrospinal fluid.
Compare your device's lot numbers with the listed serial codes in the recall notice to determine if it is affected.
If you have the affected device, contact your healthcare provider for guidance on next steps and potential alternatives.
The recall involves Medtronic Duet External Drainage and Monitoring System, Interlink Injection Sites, Lumbar Catheter, REF 46917, Sterile.
Check your device for the lot numbers listed: 222277587 00613994445407, 223565027 00763000624804, and other specific serial codes provided in the recall notice.
Contact your healthcare provider for guidance on next steps and potential alternatives, as the recall does not include a direct remedy for the device.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1166-2024 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-1166-2024 from Medtronic. 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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