Cardinal Health recalls 7mm Channel Drains (JP-2216) due to performance issues like lack of radiopacity and broken tips. Affected units have specific lot numbers and UDI/DI codes.
Cardinal Health recently received multiple complaints regarding various performance issues with Cardinal Health Jackson-Pratt Channel Drains including lack of radiopacity in wound drains, dull trocars impacting product performance, lack of flexibility of wound drains, and broken wound tips.
Cardinal Health is recalling 7mm Channel Drains (JP-2216) because they have been reported to lack radiopacity, have dull trocars, lack flexibility, and break easily. This could lead to improper wound drainage and complications during medical procedures.
The drains can become dull, lack flexibility, and break easily, which may cause improper wound drainage. This could lead to complications like infections or delayed healing if the drain doesn't function correctly.
Medical professionals using these drains for wound drainage procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these drains during surgery or post-op care may also be affected.
Check for the model number JP-2216 and lot numbers N210278 through N220163. Also look for UDI/DI codes 50885380182530 and 50885380182539.
Verify the model number (JP-2216) and lot numbers (N210278 to N220163) to confirm if your drain is affected.
Cardinal Health received complaints about performance issues including lack of radiopacity, dull trocars, lack of flexibility, and broken tips.
Check the model number and lot numbers to see if it's affected. If it is, contact Cardinal Health for further instructions.
The drains may not function properly, which could lead to complications like infections or delayed healing if they break or become dull.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0979-2023 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-0979-2023 from Cardinal Health. 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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