Bard recalls 14.5 Fr. EQUISTREAM hemodialysis catheters with broken tunneler tips that could damage during placement. Affected units have specific product codes and expiration dates.
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 14.5 Fr. EQUISTREAM long-term hemodialysis catheters due to tunneler tips breaking during catheter placement. This could cause damage to the patient during the procedure.
The tunneler tip can break during catheter placement, potentially causing damage to the patient. This breakage occurs during the procedure when the catheter is being inserted into the body.
Patients receiving hemodialysis using the recalled catheters are affected. Healthcare providers who place these catheters are at higher risk.
Check for the product code 5905280 on the catheter packaging. The catheter has a 28cm length and expires March 31, 2020.
Look for the product code 5905280 and expiration date of March 31, 2020 on the catheter packaging.
The recall is due to complaints about the molded tip breaking during catheter placement, which could cause patient damage.
Check for the product code 5905280 and expiration date of March 31, 2020 on the catheter packaging.
The official recall notice does not specify a remedy or action steps for affected users.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2370-2019 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-2370-2019 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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