Covidien recalls MAHURKAR 12 Fr 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 dialysis catheters that may have an occlusion (blockage) at the tip due to excessive silicone lubricant. This could lead to treatment delays, reduced blood flow, or serious complications like blood clots or embolisms.
The catheter tip may become blocked by excessive silicone lubricant (MDX), which can cause partial or full blockages. This might delay treatment, reduce blood flow, or cause blood clots, embolisms, or other serious complications.
Patients receiving dialysis and healthcare providers who use these catheters are most at risk. The specific model and lot numbers are listed in the recall notice.
Check for the model: MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Straight Extensions, Kit. Lot numbers 2119400209, 2122900117, and 2124600187 are affected.
Identify the lot number on the catheter packaging to determine if it is affected.
MAHURKAR 12 Fr Triple Lumen Acute Dialysis Catheter, 24 cm, Straight Extensions, Kit REF: 8888340637.
Lot numbers 2119400209, 2122900117, and 2124600187.
Check the lot number on the packaging to see if it is affected. If so, contact your healthcare provider for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2380-2023 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-2380-2023 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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