Baxter recalls MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets (5C4449) that may leak or crack when exposed to cleaning products like hydrogen peroxide, bleach, or alcohol. Affected units were sold with all lot numbers within expiry.
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 (5C:4449) because certain cleaning products can cause leaks or cracks. This poses a risk of the device failing during use, potentially leading to medical complications.
The device can leak or crack when exposed to cleaning products like hydrogen peroxide, bleach, alcohol, or antiseptic agents. This could cause the device to fail during medical procedures, potentially leading to patient injury or treatment complications.
Healthcare workers using the MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets for patient care are most at risk. Patients receiving treatments through these devices could be affected if the set leaks or cracks.
Check for the model number 5C4449 on the device. The product was sold with all lot numbers within expiry dates.
Look for signs of cleaning product exposure, such as leaks or cracks, on the MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set.
Cleaning products containing hydrogen peroxide, bleach, alcohol, or antiseptic agents and solvents like acetone, toluene, xylene, or cyclohexanone may cause damage.
The product is labeled as Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set (Easy-Lock) with model number 5C4449 and was sold with all lot numbers within expiry dates.
The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; however, check for leaks or cracks after exposure to cleaning products.
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Subject: Recall Z-0570-2022 — Baxter Baxter Hello, I own a Baxter that is covered by recall Z-0570-2022 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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