Bard SAFE-T PLUS LP Tray Recall: Manometer Leak Risk

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Recalling firmBard Peripheral Vascular Inc1625 W 3rd St Bldg 1, N/A · Tempe, AZ 85281-2438

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What happened, in plain English

Bard is recalling certain SAFE-T PLUS ATRAUMATIC ADULT LP TRAYS because their manometer can leak. This could lead to improper fluid measurement during medical procedures, potentially causing harm to patients.

Why it’s dangerous

The manometer in the tray can leak, causing fluid to be measured incorrectly during lumbar punctures. This could lead to improper treatment decisions if the fluid volume is not accurately assessed.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals using the recalled trays for lumbar punctures. Patients receiving procedures with these trays are at risk of inaccurate fluid measurements.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice: 0001416832, 0001417843, 0001421009, 0001424764, 0001428872, or 0001436145. These are associated with the product's catalog number 4306CWSP.

Brand
Bard
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Stop Using Immediately
Discontinue use of the recalled SAFE-T PLUS ATRAUMATIC ADULT LP TRAY to prevent potential fluid measurement errors.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific model number of the recalled tray?

The product catalog number is 4306CWSP.

How can I check if my tray is affected?

Check for the lot numbers listed: 0001416832, 0001417843, 0001421009, 0001424764, 0001428872, or 0001436145.

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall does not mention a fix; the remedy is null, so users should stop using the product immediately.

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Subject: Recall Z-0800-2022 — Bard Bard

Hello,

I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-0800-2022 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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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.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0800-2022 (January 20, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0800-2022 to see it in context.
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Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc recalls SAFE-T PLUS ATRAUMATIC ADULT LP TRAY

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