Carefusion recalls Safe-T-Cent: 6 Fr Catheter Drainage Tray without lidocaine due to potential air leaks. Affected units have specific batch numbers and catalog codes.
The Universal Drainage Set (UDS) may contain valves that leak internally which may result in the introduction of up to 30cc of air into the patient.
Carefusion is recalling Safe-T-Centesis 6 Fr Catheter Drainage Trays without lidocaine because they may leak valves that introduce up to 30cc of air into patients. This could cause air embolism if the air enters the bloodstream.
The drainage tray's valves may leak internally, allowing up to 30cc of air to enter the patient's bloodstream. This air can travel through the bloodstream and cause air embolism, a serious medical condition.
Healthcare professionals using the Safe-T-Centesis 6 Fr Catheter Drainage Tray for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving this device during procedures may be affected if air enters the bloodstream.
Check for the catalog number PIG1260TCDF and unique device identifier 50885403231894 on the tray. Affected units were produced in batches 0001335833 and 0001341627.
Look for the catalog number PIG1260TCDF and unique device identifier 50885403231894 on the drainage tray.
The product may contain leaking valves that could introduce air into the bloodstream, so it is not safe to use without checking the recall details.
The official recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Carefusion directly for guidance.
Batches 0001335833 and 0001341627 are affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Carefusion to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2649-2020 — Carefusion Carefusion Hello, I own a Carefusion that is covered by recall Z-2649-2020 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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