Bard PowerPICC Catheter Recall: Incorrect Microintroducers in Kits

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Recalling firmBard Access Systems Inc.605 N 5600 W, N/A · Salt Lake City, UT 84116-3738

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What happened, in plain English

Bard Access Systems is recalling 5Fr PowerPICC Catheter kits that contain the wrong micro-introducers. Using these kits could lead to improper catheter placement during medical procedures, which may cause complications.

Why it’s dangerous

The catheter kits contain the wrong micro-introducers, which could lead to improper catheter placement during medical procedures. This might cause complications such as incorrect positioning or tissue damage.

Who’s affected

Healthcare providers using Bard's 5Fr PowerPICC Catheter kits with incorrect micro-introducers are affected. Patients receiving procedures with these kits may face improper catheter placement risks.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the catalog number 3175155 or UDI code (01)00801741027680 on the kit. The lot number REEU0201 is also associated with this recall.

Brand
Bard Access Systems
Category
Medical device

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What to do — step by step

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Look for the catalog number 3175155 or UDI code (01)00801741027680 on the kit.

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Questions people ask

What is the correct micro-introducer?

The recall record does not specify the correct micro-introducer model or details.

How can I confirm if my kit is recalled?

Check for the catalog number 3175155 or UDI code (01)00801741027680 on the kit.

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall record does not mention any remedy or fix for the incorrect micro-introducers.

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Subject: Recall Z-1991-2021 — Bard Access Systems Bard Access Systems

Hello,

I own a Bard Access Systems that is covered by recall Z-1991-2021 from Bard Access Systems.

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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1991-2021 (May 19, 2021) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1991-2021 to see it in context.
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