Medtronic recalls Duet External Drainage System with potential catheter disconnection from patient line stopcock connectors. Affected units have specific lot numbers. Stop using immediately if you have this device.
Potential for catheter disconnection from the patient line stopcock connectors.
Medtronic is recalling its Duet External Drainage and Monitoring System due to a risk of catheter disconnection from patient line stopcock connectors. This could lead to complications in managing cerebrospinal fluid pressure in patients with brain conditions.
The catheter may disconnect from the patient line stopcock connectors, which could disrupt cerebrospinal fluid drainage. This might cause improper pressure management in the brain and lead to complications if not addressed promptly.
Patients using this medical device for cerebrospinal fluid drainage are most at risk. The device is used under medical supervision for conditions like increased intracranial pressure.
Check for lot numbers listed in the recall: 221343119, 221612695, 221873429, and others. The device is used for draining cerebrospinal fluid under medical supervision for conditions like increased intracranial pressure.
If you have this device, stop using it right away to prevent potential disconnection.
The device is Medtronic Duet External Drainage and Monitoring System with SmartSite Injection Sites and Ventricular Catheter, REF 46916.
Check the lot numbers listed in the recall: 221343119, 221612695, 221873429, and others. The device is used for draining cerebrospinal fluid under medical supervision.
Stop using it immediately to prevent potential disconnection. Contact Medtronic for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1165-2024 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-1165-2024 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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