Carefusion recalls CD5 Series Genesis Reusable Rigid Sterilization Containers due to potential sterility breaches. These containers may hold surgical equipment that becomes contaminated after expiration.
Product did not meet shelf-life testing requirements resulting in a breach of the sterility of the Genesis container holding surgical equipment.
Carefusion is recalling 28 models of Genesis Reusable Rigid Sterilization Containers because they failed sterility testing. Using these containers could lead to contaminated surgical equipment, risking infection during procedures.
The containers did not meet shelf-life testing requirements, meaning they could lose sterility over time. This breach could allow bacteria or contaminants to enter surgical equipment, potentially causing infections during procedures.
Healthcare facilities and surgical equipment users who own or use the recalled CD5 Series containers. Patients undergoing surgery may be at risk if contaminated equipment is used.
Check for the CD5-3B, CD5-3C, CD5-61B, or CD5-61C container models with specific colors or solid bottoms. All lot numbers are affected, as listed in the recall notice.
Identify the model number on the container (e.g., CD5-3B, CD5-3C) and color or bottom type to confirm if it's recalled.
Reach out to Carefusion for guidance on next steps, as the recall includes all lot numbers and specific models.
The containers did not meet sterility testing requirements, which could lead to contamination of surgical equipment.
Check for the CD5-3B, CD5-3C, CD5-61B, or CD5-61C models with specific colors or bottom types listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify discarding; contact Carefusion for instructions on handling the containers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Carefusion to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1236-2023 — Carefusion Carefusion Hello, I own a Carefusion that is covered by recall Z-1236-2023 from Carefusion. 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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