Becton Dickinson recalls PowerLoc MAX Power-Injectable Infusion Sets with potential tubing cracks near Luer/Y sites that could cause leaks of chemotherapy or blood, leading to 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 PowerLoc MAX Power-Injectable Infusion Sets that may develop cracks near the Luer or Y site. These cracks can cause leaks of chemotherapy or blood, potentially leading to infection or blood loss if not fixed.
Tubing cracks near the Luer or Y site can cause leaks of chemotherapy or blood. This may lead to exposure to hazardous materials, blood loss, catheter blockage, air embolism, or infection at the injection site.
Healthcare professionals and patients using the recalled PowerLoc MAX Power-Injectable Infusion Sets are at risk. Those with existing cracks or breaks in the tubing are most vulnerable to leaks and infections.
Check for cracks or breaks near the Luer or Y site on the tubing. The recalled items have specific catalog numbers (CPA00001 to CPA00056) and lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Inspect the tubing for cracks or breaks near the Luer or Y site. If found, stop using the device immediately.
The recall is for PowerLoc MAX Power-Injectable Infusion Sets with catalog numbers CPA00001 to CPA00056 and specific lot numbers listed in the notice.
Check for cracks or breaks near the Luer or Y site on the tubing. Affected items have catalog numbers CPA00001 to CPA00056 and lot numbers like REEN0212 or REEP2685.
Stop using the device immediately and contact Becton Dickinson for guidance on safe disposal or replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2661-2020 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2661-2020 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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