Smiths Medical Medex CBSS 5ml Sets: Pressure Shifts Cause Incorrect Readings

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Recalling firmSmiths Medical ASD Inc.6000 Nathan Ln N, N/A · Minneapolis, MN 55442-1690

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What happened, in plain English

Smiths Medical is recalling Medex CBSS 5ml blood sampling sets that have reported pressure shifts and incorrect pressure readings. This could lead to inaccurate blood pressure measurements if used properly.

Why it’s dangerous

The sets can experience pressure shifts that cause incorrect pressure readings. This may lead to inaccurate blood pressure measurements if the system is used properly.

Who’s affected

Users of the Medex CBSS 5ml blood sampling sets with model number DPSHC0082 are affected. Patients and healthcare providers who use these sets for blood sampling may be at risk of inaccurate readings.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model number DPSHC008: The product is a Medex CBSS 5ml blood sampling set with a 60 cm triple proximal port. All codes are included in the recall.

Brand
Smiths Medical
Category
Medical device

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What to do — step by step

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Look for the model number DPSHC0082 on the product label or packaging.

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Questions people ask

Why is this product being recalled?

Smiths Medical reports pressure shifts and incorrect pressure readings in LogiCal Closed Blood Sampling System sets.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the product details and contact Smiths Medical for further instructions.

Is there a risk of serious injury from this product?

The recall does not mention serious injury risks, only incorrect pressure readings.

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Subject: Recall Z-0096-2022 — Smiths Medical Smiths Medical

Hello,

I own a Smiths Medical that is covered by recall Z-0096-2022 from Smiths Medical.

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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0096-2022 (March 10, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0096-2022 to see it in context.
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Smiths Medical ASD Inc. recalls smiths medical medex CBSS 5 ml, dreifach proximaler Entnahmeport 60 cm, Model number DPSHC0082

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