Baxter recalls MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Sets with Twist Clamp (REF R5C4484) 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 R5C4484) 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 device can leak or crack when exposed to cleaning products like hydrogen peroxide, bleach, alcohol, or antiseptic agents. This may cause improper function of the medical device during blood transfusions or dialysis.
Patients using this medical device for blood transfusions or dialysis are likely affected. Healthcare providers and patients using the device with improper cleaning products are at higher risk.
Check for the product name 'Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp - Extra Long' and reference number R5C4484. The device was sold with all lot numbers within expiry.
Identify the product name and reference number R5C4484 to confirm if your device is affected.
Cleaning products containing hydrogen peroxide, bleach, alcohol, or antiseptic agents and solvents like acetone, toluene, xylene, or cyclohexanone may cause leaks or cracks.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or fix for this issue.
Look for the product name 'Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp - Extra Long' and reference number R5C4484.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0578-2022 — Baxter Baxter Hello, I own a Baxter that is covered by recall Z-0578-2022 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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