Bard recalls GlidePath Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheters with Preloaded Stylet (REF 5393190) due to molded 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 GlidePath hemodialysis catheters because the tunneler tip may break during catheter placement. This could lead to complications for patients needing dialysis treatment.
The molded tip of the tunneler can break during catheter placement, which may cause complications like infection or improper catheter function. This risk occurs during the insertion process, not after the catheter is in place.
Patients using hemodialysis treatments with this specific catheter model are affected. Healthcare providers who place these catheters are at higher risk during procedures.
Check for the product code 5393190, 14.5F, Straight, 19cm length. The catheter is made by Bard and sold with specific lot numbers and expiration dates listed in the recall notice.
Verify the product code (5393190), size (14.5F), and length (19cm) to confirm if your catheter is affected.
The recall is due to complaints about the molded tip breaking during catheter placement, which could cause complications.
Check the product details to confirm if your catheter is affected; Bard does not provide a specific remedy for this recall.
The recall states the tip may break during placement, but it does not specify that this causes 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-2383-2019 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-2383-2019 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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