B. Braun recalls CONTIPLEX 4-in-Tuoh: catheter connectors may leak or disconnect during use, risking infection or complications. Affected units have Material Number 332129 and batch 61602900.
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 a specific catheter tray used by doctors for administering anesthetics because its connectors can leak or become disconnected. This could lead to infections or complications during medical procedures.
The catheter connectors in this tray may not stay securely closed during use. This can cause leakage or disconnection of the catheter from the connector, potentially leading to infections or complications during medical procedures.
Physicians using the CONTIPLEX 4-in-Tuohy Ultra PNB Tray for anesthetic administration are affected. Those with the specific batch number (61602900) and Material Number 332129 are most at risk.
Check for the Material Number 332129 and batch number 61602900 on the tray. This device is used by physicians for administering anesthetics and fluids through a single catheter access point.
Inspect the catheter connectors for signs of leakage or disconnection during use.
The recall indicates the connectors may leak or disconnect, so it is not safe to use without addressing the issue.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact B. Braun Medical for guidance on next steps.
Look for Material Number 332129 and batch number 61602900 on the CONTIPLEX 4-in-Tuohy Ultra PNB Tray.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3347-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3347-2018 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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