Epimed recalls Versa Kath Mini Kit with mislabeled catheter size. The kit includes a 21-gauge catheter but labels state 12-gauge. This affects medical use for epidural anesthesia.
Mislabeled - The product's labeling contains an incorrect size for the catheter included in the kit. The kit contains a 21 gauge catheter, however the labeling states a 12 gauge catheter is included.
Epimed is recalling a Versa Kath Mini Kit for epidural anesthesia that has incorrect catheter labeling. The kit includes a 21-gauge catheter but the label says it has a 12-gauge catheter. This could lead to improper medical use if the wrong catheter size is used.
The kit contains a 21-gauge catheter but the labeling states it includes a 12-gauge catheter. Using the wrong catheter size could lead to improper medical procedures, but the risk is low as this is a labeling error rather than a physical defect.
Healthcare professionals using this kit for epidural or caudal anesthesia are most at risk. Patients receiving this kit may be affected if the wrong catheter size is used.
Check for the product code REF 181-2112, RX, (01) on the kit. The kit includes a 21-gauge catheter but labels state 12-gauge. It was sold with lot number 31129344, expiring June 30, 2023.
Verify the catheter size on the product label; the kit should state 21-gauge but may incorrectly list 12-gauge.
The kit contains a 21-gauge catheter but the labeling states it includes a 12-gauge catheter, which could lead to improper medical use.
Check the labeling to confirm the catheter size. If the label states 12-gauge, contact Epimed for guidance.
The recall is for mislabeling, not a physical defect. The risk is low as this is a labeling error rather than a safety hazard.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Epimed to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2069-2019 — Epimed Epimed Hello, I own a Epimed that is covered by recall Z-2069-2019 from Epimed. 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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