CAREFUSION recalls Gravity IV Sets with potential flow issues that could delay therapy. Affected models include specific valve types and serial numbers. Contact CAREFUSION for details.
Needle-free connector valves, either standalone or attached to extension sets, may have issues including difficulty to flush, flow issues, and partial or total occlusions, which could lead to therapy delay. Follow-up activates not required if product has already been used or was safely connected to the female luer of connecting device.
CAREFUSION is recalling certain Gravity IV Sets that may have flow problems, causing therapy delays. This could affect patients needing IV treatments.
The needle-free connector valves in these sets might not flush properly or could block flow, leading to therapy delays. This is not a safety hazard that causes injury but affects treatment timing.
Patients using IV therapy with the recalled Gravity IV Sets are most at risk. Healthcare providers who use these sets may also be affected.
Check for the model names: BD Gravity IV Set 3-port Closed Manifold Back Check Valve 3 Needle-Free Y-sites (REF: CM42500E-07) or similar. The affected serial numbers include 20025968, 20026013, and others listed in the recall.
Identify if your Gravity IV Set matches the model names or serial numbers listed in the recall.
No, the recall does not require stopping use. The sets can be used safely if they have been properly connected to the female luer of a connecting device.
The recall does not specify a return or replacement process. Contact CAREFUSION directly for details.
The recall states that the sets may cause therapy delays due to flow issues, but there is no mention of injury risks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send CAREFUSION to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2463-2021 — CAREFUSION CAREFUSION Hello, I own a CAREFUSION that is covered by recall Z-2463-2021 from CAREFUSION. 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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