B. Braun recalls specific epidural needle models due to potential filter membrane damage affecting capacity. Affected units have catalog # 339191 and specific lot numbers. No remedy stated in recall notice.
The filter capacity is not achieved due to damage of the filter membrane.
B. Braun is recalling certain epidural needles because the filter membrane may be damaged, reducing the filter's capacity. This could lead to improper filtering of fluids during medical procedures. The recall affects specific lot numbers and catalog numbers.
The filter membrane in these needles can become damaged, which reduces the filter's capacity. This means fluids may not be properly filtered during medical procedures, potentially causing contamination or other complications.
Healthcare professionals using the recalled epidural needles are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with these needles may be affected if the filter fails to function properly.
Check for catalog number 339191 on the needle packaging. Look for lot numbers 0061536641 (expiring 10/31/2018) or 0061643652 (expiring 11/30/2019).
Identify the catalog number (339191) and lot numbers (0061536641 or 0061643652) on the needle packaging.
The filter membrane in these needles may be damaged, reducing the filter's capacity and potentially affecting fluid filtration during medical procedures.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy. Check the product details to see if it matches the recalled catalog and lot numbers.
The recall states the filter capacity may not be achieved due to filter membrane damage, but does not specify the risk of serious injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2474-2019 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-2474-2019 from B. Braun. 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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