Covidien recalls specific Palindrome Precision SI Chronic Catheters due to a potential hub leak that could cause unanticipated fluid return during hemodialysis. Affected units have unique model/serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
There is a potential leaking condition within the hub of specific chronic dialysis catheters, due to an inter-lumen void in the hub component, which may result in unanticipated fluid return during use.
Covidien is recalling certain Palindrome Precision SI Chronic Catheters used for hemodialysis because they may leak fluid from the hub during use. This could lead to unexpected fluid return in patients needing dialysis treatment.
The catheter hub has a potential void between its internal channels, which could allow fluid to leak back into the patient's bloodstream during use. This might cause unexpected fluid return, potentially affecting dialysis treatment safety.
Patients receiving chronic dialysis or apheresis treatments using the recalled catheters are most at risk. Healthcare providers who use these catheters for vascular access should also check their equipment.
Check for model number 8888119368 or 8888123408 with serial numbers listed in the recall notice. These catheters were sold for hemodialysis and apheresis treatments.
Verify your catheter's model number and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.
Reach out to your healthcare provider to determine if you have a recalled catheter and discuss alternative options.
The recall is due to a potential leak in the hub component that could cause unanticipated fluid return during use, which might affect dialysis treatments.
Check the model number (8888119368 or 8888123408) and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.
No, but you should check if your catheter is affected and 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-1314-2022 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1314-2022 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
