Bard recalls EQUISTREAM long-term hemodialysis catheters with preloaded styet (model 5903310) due to tunneler tip breaking during placement, potentially causing complications.
The action is being initiated due to complaints received concerning the molded tip of the tunneler breaking or is damaged during the placement procedure of the catheter.
Bard is recalling specific long-term hemodialysis catheters because the tunneler tip may break during catheter placement. This could lead to complications for patients needing dialysis treatment.
The tunneler tip can break during catheter placement, which may cause the catheter to become dislodged or improperly positioned. This could lead to complications such as infection or improper blood flow during dialysis.
Patients using hemodialysis treatments with this specific catheter model are most at risk. Healthcare providers who place these catheters should verify the model before use.
Check for the model number 5903310 on the catheter packaging or label. The catheter has a length of 31cm and is 14.5F straight type with preloaded styet.
Verify the model number on the catheter label or packaging to confirm if it matches 5903310.
If you have this model catheter, contact your healthcare provider to discuss potential replacement or alternative options.
Bard recalls these catheters due to complaints about the tunneler tip breaking during placement, which could cause complications.
Contact your healthcare provider to discuss replacement options, as the recall does not include a specific remedy for consumers.
The recall indicates potential complications from tunneler tip breakage, but the official notice does not specify a risk of serious injury in normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2374-2019 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-2374-2019 from Bard. 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.
