Covidien recalls MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheters with potential occlusion from excessive silicone lubricant. Affected units may cause treatment delays or complications.
Catheter center lumen was found to have an occlusion in the tip of the catheter; the source of the occlusion an excessive MDX, a silicone-based lubricant which coats the catheter tip. An occluded, partially or fully, and/or uncured or excessive MDX may dislodge from the catheter lead to full catheter obstruction resulting in delay to treatment and partial obstruction resulting in reduced flow, or particulate dislodgement that may result in delay to treatment, hemolysis, embolism/embolus or thrombosis/thrombus
Covidien is recalling certain MAHURKAR dialysis catheters due to a risk of blockage from excessive silicone lubricant. This could delay treatment or cause complications like reduced blood flow or blood clots.
The catheter tip can become blocked by excess silicone lubricant (MDX), which may cause partial or full blockage. This can lead to treatment delays, reduced blood flow, or blood clots if the blockage is severe.
Patients receiving dialysis and healthcare providers using the catheters are most at risk. The specific model and lot numbers are listed in the recall notice.
Check for the model 'MAHURKAR 12 Fr High Pressure Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 20 cm, Straight Extensions, Kit' with the reference number 8888340629HP. Lot numbers include 1926100313 through 2230400227.
Identify the model and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your catheter is affected.
Discuss the recall with your healthcare provider to determine if immediate action is needed for your specific situation.
The catheter tip can become blocked by excessive silicone lubricant (MDX), which may cause treatment delays, reduced blood flow, or blood clots.
Check the model and lot numbers against the recall list and contact your healthcare provider for guidance.
The recall notice does not specify a fix or remedy; affected users should contact their healthcare provider.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2379-2023 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-2379-2023 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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