Cardinal Health recalls 300cc NPWT Occlusion Detection Canisters with oversized O-rings that may not install properly. This could lead to system failure during wound care. Affected units include specific model numbers and lot dates.
Canisters potentially contain an oversized O-ring that cannot be installed into the mating connector on the device.
Cardinal Health is recalling 300cc NPWT Occlusion Detection Canisters that may have an oversized O-ring. This can prevent proper installation, potentially causing system failure during wound care treatments. If you have the recalled canisters, stop using them immediately.
The canisters may have an oversized O-ring that doesn't fit correctly into the device connector. This could cause the system to malfunction, potentially leading to improper wound care or treatment interruptions.
Patients using the NPWT systems for wound care, particularly those with chronic wounds, burns, or ulcers. Healthcare providers and home care users are most at risk if the canister fails during treatment.
Check for model numbers 48-4000 and lot numbers 201829015, 201923314, 201923316, 201923319, 20192347, 201923414, 201923410. These canisters are prescription-only and used for wound care treatments.
Verify the model number is 48-4000 and lot number matches the listed numbers.
If the canister has an oversized O-ring, stop using it immediately to prevent system failure.
The canisters may have an oversized O-ring that cannot be installed properly into the device connector, potentially causing system failure.
Check for model number 48-4000 and lot numbers 201829015, 201923314, 201923316, 201923319, 20192347, 201923414, or 201923410.
The recall record does not specify a return process or remedy, so contact Cardinal Health directly for instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cardinal Health to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2544-2020 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-2544-2020 from Cardinal Health. 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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