B. Braun EC20C Catheter Recall: Risk of Leakage or Disconnection

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What happened, in plain English

B. Braun is recalling certain EC20C 20G catheters that may leak or disconnect during medical procedures. This could lead to improper administration of anesthetics or fluids, posing a risk to patient safety.

Why it’s dangerous

The catheter connectors may not stay closed properly, leading to leakage or disconnection. This can cause improper delivery of anesthetics or fluids, potentially harming patients during medical procedures.

Who’s affected

Physicians using the EC20C catheters for anesthesia or fluid administration are most at risk. Patients receiving these procedures may be affected if the catheter disconnects.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model EC20C 20G X 100CM CATH CLOSED with material number 333540. Affected units include specific batch numbers: 61598576, 61601769, 61604233, 61606631, 61612343, 61616713.

Brand
B. Braun
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Batch Numbers
Identify if your catheter has batch numbers 61598576, 61601769, 61604233, 61606631, 61612343, or 61616713.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific model of catheter being recalled?

The recalled model is EC20C 20G X 100CM CATH CLOSED with material number 333540.

What batch numbers are affected?

Affected batch numbers are 61598576, 61601769, 61604233, 61606631, 61612343, and 61616713.

Is there a remedy for this recall?

The recall record does not specify a remedy.

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Subject: Recall Z-3402-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun

Hello,

I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3402-2018 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-3402-2018 (July 20, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-3402-2018 to see it in context.
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