Carefusion recalls Safe-T 8 Fr Thora-Para Tray With 8 Fr. Catheter sets that may leak air into patients, causing potential complications. 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 certain Safe-T 8 Fr Thora-Para Trays with 8 Fr. Catheters due to a risk of air leaks that could enter patients. This could lead to complications like increased pressure in the body if air enters the drainage system.
The drainage set may have valves that leak internally, allowing up to 30cc of air to enter the patient's system. This air can increase pressure in the body, potentially causing complications like discomfort or respiratory issues.
Healthcare professionals using the Safe-T 8 Fr Thora-Para Tray With 8 Fr. Catheter sets for medical drainage. Patients receiving care through these systems are at risk if air leaks occur.
Check for the catalog number TPT1000SDF and batch numbers listed: 0001320515, 0001321729, 0001323273, 0001323703, 0001332819, 0001334405, 0001338453, 0001344142, 0001344740.
Inspect the drainage set for signs of internal valve leaks that could allow air to enter the patient's system.
The Safe-T 8 Fr Thora-Para Tray With 8 Fr. Catheter sets may have valves that leak internally, allowing up to 30cc of air to enter the patient's system.
Check the catalog number TPT1000SDF and batch numbers listed in the recall notice to see if your unit is affected.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or fix for the air leak issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Carefusion to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2655-2020 — Carefusion Carefusion Hello, I own a Carefusion that is covered by recall Z-2655-2020 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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