Covidien recalls MAHURKAR and Argyle acute hemodialysis catheters with incorrect priming volume values that may lead to improper catheter filling during dialysis.
The priming volume values printed on the MAHURKA and Argyle acute catheters and Instructions for Use (IFU) are higher than the volumes required to fill each lumen.
Covidien is recalling MAHURKAR and Argyle acute hemodialysis catheters because the printed priming volume values are higher than needed to fill each lumen. This could cause improper catheter filling during dialysis, potentially leading to complications.
The priming volume values printed on the catheters are higher than the actual volumes required to fill each lumen. This mismatch could result in incomplete catheter filling during dialysis, potentially causing complications like blockages or infections.
Patients receiving hemodialysis treatment who use the recalled MAHURKAR or Argyle acute catheters are affected. Healthcare providers using these catheters for dialysis are at risk of improper filling.
Check for the material numbers listed in the recall: 8813793009, 8813793013, 8813794005, 8813794009, and other specific numbers provided in the recall notice. All lots of these catheters are affected.
Identify the material numbers on the catheter packaging or label to confirm if it is in the recalled list.
The priming volume values printed on the MAHURKAR and Argyle acute catheters are higher than the volumes required to fill each lumen, which could lead to improper catheter filling during dialysis.
Check the material numbers on the catheter to see if it is in the list provided in the recall notice. If it is, contact your healthcare provider for guidance.
The recall addresses a potential issue with catheter filling during dialysis, but the risk is low as the catheters are designed for medical use and the issue is not immediately dangerous.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1955-2019 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1955-2019 from Covidien. 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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