Baxter recalls MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets with Twist Clamp (REF R5C:4482E) that may leak or crack when exposed to cleaning products like bleach or hydrogen peroxide.
Cleaning products, containing, but not limited to, hydrogen peroxide, bleach, alcohol, or antiseptic agents and solvent, such as those containing acetone, toluene, xylene, or cyclohexanone may cause damage, such as leaking or cracking, to the MiniCap Extended Life PD transfer sets.
Baxter is recalling MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets with Twist Clamp (REF R5C4482E) because cleaning products such as bleach or hydrogen peroxide can cause leaks or cracks. This could lead to improper use of the medical device.
The transfer set can leak or crack when exposed to cleaning products like bleach, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, or antiseptic agents. This could compromise the device's function during medical procedures.
Patients using this medical device for dialysis or other treatments may be affected. Healthcare providers using the device are most at risk if cleaning products damage it.
Look for the Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp (REF R5C4482E). All units within the expiry date are affected.
If the device has been exposed to cleaning products like bleach or hydrogen peroxide, it may be damaged.
Cleaning products such as bleach or hydrogen peroxide can cause leaks or cracks in the MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set.
Check for the Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp (REF R5C4482E) and ensure it was within the expiry date.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Baxter Healthcare Corporation for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0576-2022 — Baxter Baxter Hello, I own a Baxter that is covered by recall Z-0576-2022 from Baxter. 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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