B. Braun recalls CONTIPLEX TUOH: 18G 6" sets with potential catheter connector leakage. Affected units have Material Number 331694. Stop using if leakage occurs.
The catheter connectors may not stay closed during in and in some cases, leakage or disconnection of the catheters from the catheter connectors has been observed.
B. Braun is recalling certain CONTIPLEX TUOHY sets for possible catheter connector leakage. This could lead to disconnection during medical procedures, risking patient safety.
The catheter connectors may not stay closed properly, causing leakage or disconnection during medical procedures. This could lead to accidental disconnection of anesthetic fluids from the patient.
Physicians using the CONTIPLEX TUOHY set for anesthesia delivery are most at risk. The specific model with Material Number 331694 is affected.
Check for Material Number 331694 on the set. Affected units were sold with batch numbers 61610286 or 61619554.
If the connector leaks or disconnects during use, stop using the set immediately.
Reach out to B. Braun Medical for specific guidance on affected units.
No, this recall is for medical use by physicians only.
Batch numbers 61610286 and 61619554.
Look for Material Number 331694 on the set.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3320-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3320-2018 from B. Braun. 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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