Bard recalls Lopez Valve with ENFit connectors (REF EN0056000) due to reported inadequate suction, decompression, and drainage. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
BD (C.R. Bard) has received user complaints reporting that during use of BD Bard NG Sump Tubes with ENFit Connectors, inadequate or reduced suction, decompression, and drainage occurred.
Bard is recalling Lopez Valves with ENFit connectors that may cause inadequate suction, decompression, or drainage. This could lead to complications during medical procedures if the valve doesn't function properly.
The valves may not create enough suction or drainage properly, leading to reduced effectiveness during medical procedures. This could cause complications like fluid buildup or delayed healing.
Patients using medical suction devices with these Lopez Valves may be at risk. Healthcare providers using the valves for procedures are most affected.
Check for the serial numbers listed: NGFU2486, NGFU3807, NGFW1859, NGFX0062, NGFX5625, NGFY0610, NGFZ1664, NGGR0346, NGGR2172, NGGS0703, NGGS2557, NGGS3418, NGGYY001, NGHN0893, NGHQ3357, NGHQ3358, NGHQ3359, NGHQ3383, NGHQ3384, NGHR0028, NGHR0029, NGHR0030, NGHR0031, NGHR0032, NGHR0072, NGHR0073, NGHR0074, NGHR0075, NGHR0159, NGHV0889, NGHV2621, NGHV2722, NGHV3877, NGHW0569, NGHW1488, NGHW3036, NGHW4578, NGHX0643, NGHX0869. The product is labeled as Bard Lopez Valve with ENFit, REF EN0056000.
Look for the specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your device is affected.
Bard has received user complaints that the valves may cause inadequate suction, decompression, or drainage during medical procedures.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the serial numbers to see if your device is affected and contact Bard for further instructions.
The valves may not function properly, potentially leading to reduced suction or drainage, which could cause complications during medical procedures.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0801-2024 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-0801-2024 from Bard. 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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