Bard recalls 14Fr SURESTEP intermittent catheter trays with potential leak at catheter-drain bag connection. Affected units have specific serial numbers. Stop using immediately to prevent leaks.
There is a potential to leak from the catheter where it connects to the drain bag
Bard is recalling intermittent catheter trays that may leak at the catheter-drain bag connection. This could lead to infections or discomfort for users. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
The catheter may leak at the connection point to the drain bag, potentially causing infections or discomfort. This leak could occur during normal use without requiring special conditions.
People using the Bard SURESTEP 14Fr intermittent catheter tray with the described serial numbers are affected. Those with medical conditions requiring catheter use are at higher risk.
Check for serial numbers starting with NGEWX106, NGEWX143, NGFQ0368, or NGEW9106 followed by specific numbers. The product was sold with the model reference INTS14C.
Look for serial numbers starting with NGEWX106, NGEWX143, NGFQ0368, or NGEW9106 followed by specific numbers.
The product may leak at the catheter-drain bag connection, which could cause infections or discomfort.
Check for serial numbers starting with NGEWX106, NGEWX143, NGFQ0368, or NGEW9106 followed by specific numbers.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Bard directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0666-2022 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-0666-2022 from Bard. 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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