B. Braun Medical EC19CF Catheter Recalls Leakage Risk

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What happened, in plain English

B. Braun is recalling certain EC19CF 19G catheters because the connectors may not stay closed, leading to possible leakage or disconnection. This could cause complications during medical procedures if the catheter disconnects from the patient.

Why it’s dangerous

The catheter connectors may not stay closed during use, which can cause leakage or disconnection. This could lead to complications if the catheter disconnects from the patient during medical procedures.

Who’s affected

Physicians using the EC19CF 19G catheters for anesthetic or fluid administration are affected. Those with the specific batch numbers listed are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model EC19CF 19G X 100CM CATH CLOSED TIP LF with Material Number 333512. Affected units have batch numbers: 61595460, 61598575, 61604885, 61608012, 61601770, 61611402, 61614722, 61616889, 61619490, 61623870.

Brand
B. Braun
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Batch Number
Look for the batch numbers listed: 61595460, 61598575, 61604885, 61608012, 61601770, 61611402, 61614722, 61616889, 61619490, 61623870.

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Questions people ask

Why is this catheter being recalled?

The catheter connectors may not stay closed during use, leading to potential leakage or disconnection.

What batch numbers are affected?

Batch numbers: 61595460, 61598575, 61604885, 61608012, 61601770, 61611402, 61614722, 61616889, 61619490, 61623870.

What should I do if I have this catheter?

Check the batch number to see if it's affected. If so, contact B. Braun for instructions.

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Subject: Recall Z-3397-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun

Hello,

I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3397-2018 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-3397-2018 (July 20, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-3397-2018 to see it in context.
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B. Braun Medical, Inc. recalls EC19CF 19G X 100CM CATH CLOSED TIP LF, Material Number 333512 Connection device used by physicians to provide various

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