B. Braun recalls CONTIPLEX Echo OT W/4" TUOH: Ultra Set (Material 331762) due to potential catheter connector leakage. This device is used by physicians for anesthetic delivery. Affected units include specific batch numbers.
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 connector set used by medical professionals for anesthetic delivery because it may leak or disconnect during use. This could lead to improper medication administration if the connector fails.
The catheter connectors may not stay closed properly, leading to leakage or disconnection of the catheter from the connector. This could cause improper medication delivery during procedures.
Physicians using the CONTIPLEX Echo OT W/4" TUOHY Ultra Set for anesthetic administration are most at risk. The recall affects specific batch numbers of this medical device.
Check for the product name 'CONTIPLEX Echo OT W/4" TUOHY Ultra Set' with Material Number 331762. Affected units include batch number 61598015.
Identify the product name and Material Number 331762 to confirm if your device is affected.
The catheter connectors may not stay closed, leading to leakage or disconnection of the catheter during use.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the product details to confirm if your device is affected.
The recall mentions potential leakage or disconnection, which could lead to improper medication delivery, but no specific injury risk is stated.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3328-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3328-2018 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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