Bard recalls EQUISTREAM long-term hemodialysis catheters with broken molded tips that can damage during placement. Affected units have product code 5905190. Stop using immediately if you own this model.
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 long-term hemodialysis catheters that may have a broken molded tip during placement. This could cause damage to the catheter or the patient during medical procedures. Affected units have product code 5905190 and were sold with expiration date 7/31/2020.
The molded tip of the catheter can break during placement, potentially causing damage to the patient or the catheter itself. This breakage may lead to complications during the dialysis procedure.
Patients receiving hemodialysis treatments using this specific catheter model are most at risk. The recall affects medical devices sold to hospitals and dialysis centers.
Check for product code 5905190 on the catheter packaging. The catheter has a 14.5 Fr. Alphacurve design and a 19 cm length. Units were manufactured with lot number RECX2893 and expire July 31, 2020.
Look for product code 5905190 on the catheter packaging or label.
The recall indicates a risk of breakage during placement, so it is not safe to use without checking the recall status.
The official recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Bard directly for guidance.
The catheter was manufactured with lot number RECX2893 and expires July 31, 2020.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2368-2019 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-2368-2019 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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