Baxter Prismaflex System Safety Update: Proper Connector Use Required

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Recalling firmBaxter Healthcare Corporation1 Baxter Pkwy, N/A · Deerfield, IL 60015-4625

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What happened, in plain English

Baxter Healthcare is recalling its Prismaflex System and Control Units due to safety information in the operator's manual about proper connector use. This recall is about ensuring safe operation, not an immediate hazard.

Why it’s dangerous

The hazard involves potential safety risks if connectors are not used correctly according to the operator's manual. This could lead to improper system function but does not indicate immediate danger in normal use.

Who’s affected

Users of the Prismaflex System and Control Units, particularly healthcare professionals and facilities that use this medical device.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the Prismaflex System and Control Units with Product Code 107493 or GTIN 07332414073718. These products were sold by Baxter Healthcare.

Brand
Baxter Healthcare
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Review Operator Manual
Check the Prismaflex Operator's Manual for proper connector usage instructions.

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Questions people ask

Is this recall dangerous?

No, this recall is for safety information in the operator manual, not an immediate hazard.

Do I need to stop using the product?

No, the recall does not require stopping use; it provides guidance on proper connector usage.

What should I do with the product?

No action is needed beyond reviewing the operator manual for proper connector usage.

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Subject: Recall Z-1828-2020 — Baxter Healthcare Baxter Healthcare

Hello,

I own a Baxter Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-1828-2020 from Baxter Healthcare.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1828-2020 (February 6, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1828-2020 to see it in context.
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