Smiths Medical recalls Jelco ViaValve 18G x 1 1/4" I.V. catheters (Model REF 3265, MOD 10) with a V-shaped puncture risk due to manufacturing adjustments. Affected lots include 3584467-3578512. Stop using immediately to prevent injury.
Several lots of Jelco¿ ViaValve" safety intravenous (I.V.) catheters exhibited a V shaped puncture at the base of the catheter near the hub due to an adjustment that was made in the manufacturing process.
Smiths Medical is recalling Jelco ViaValve safety I.V. catheters that have a V-shaped puncture near the hub. This defect could cause injury during use if the catheter punctures the skin or tissue. Affected units are identified by specific lot numbers.
The catheters have a V-shaped puncture at the base near the hub due to a manufacturing adjustment. This defect could cause the catheter to puncture the skin or tissue during use, potentially leading to injury.
Healthcare professionals and patients using the recalled Jelco ViaValve I.V. catheters are at risk. Those who have the specific lot numbers listed in the recall are most vulnerable.
Check the model number REF 3265, MOD 10 on the catheter packaging. Affected lots include 3584467, 3584468, 3584469, 3576073, 3576233, 3578511, and 3578512.
Discard the recalled catheters to prevent injury from the V-shaped puncture defect.
The catheters have a V-shaped puncture at the base near the hub due to a manufacturing adjustment, which could cause injury during use.
Model REF 3265, MOD 10. Affected lots: 3584467, 3584468, 3584469, 3576073, 3576233, 3578511, 3578512.
Check the model number REF 3265, MOD 10 on the packaging and compare the lot numbers listed: 3584467, 3584468, 3584469, 3576073, 3576233, 3578511, 3578512.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smiths Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1218-2019 — Smiths Medical Smiths Medical Hello, I own a Smiths Medical that is covered by recall Z-1218-2019 from Smiths Medical. 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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