Becton Dickinson recalls SafeStep Huber Needle Sets with PA-0031G model numbers due to tubing cracks that could leak chemotherapy or blood, risking infection or blood loss.
Potential development of cracks or breaks in the tubing near the Luer or Y site of the device. Devices that have developed breaks or cracks can cause leakage resulting in exposure to chemicals such a chemotherapeutics or biohazard material (e.g., blood). A crack or break could result in potential blood loss, catheter occlusion, air embolism, under or interrupted infusion, or site contamination which could lead to infection.
Becton Dickinson is recalling SafeStep Huber Needle Sets with specific model numbers because cracks in the tubing near the Luer or Y site can leak chemotherapy or blood, potentially causing infections or blood loss. This is a serious risk for medical users handling these devices.
Cracks or breaks in the tubing near the Luer or Y site can cause leaks of chemotherapy drugs or blood. This leakage might lead to blood loss, catheter blockage, air embolism, interrupted infusions, or infections at the site.
Healthcare professionals using the SafeStep Huber Needle Sets for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving treatments through these devices could also be affected if the set develops cracks.
Check for model numbers PA-0031G, PA-0031YNG, PA-0032G, or PA-0033G with specific UDI codes listed. The product was sold with lot numbers including REEN3159 through REDZ3103.
Inspect the tubing near the Luer or Y site for cracks or breaks.
The SafeStep Huber Needle Set can develop cracks in the tubing near the Luer or Y site, which may leak chemotherapy or blood, causing blood loss, catheter blockage, air embolism, or infection.
Model numbers PA-0031G, PA-0031YNG, PA-0032G, and PA-0033G with specific UDI codes and lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Check for model numbers PA-0031G, PA-0031YNG, PA-0032G, or PA-0033G with UDI codes 00801741085666, 00801741085673, 00801741087639, or 00801741096433 and lot numbers including REEN3159 through REDZ3103.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2668-2020 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2668-2020 from Becton Dickinson. 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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