B. Braun recalls EC20CST 2:20G catheters with potential leakage. Affected units have specific batch numbers. 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 EC20CST 20G catheters due to a risk of leakage or disconnection during use. This could lead to improper medication delivery or infection. Affected units have specific batch numbers listed in the recall.
The catheter connectors may not stay closed during use, leading to potential leakage or disconnection. This could cause improper medication delivery or infection if the catheter disconnects during procedures.
Physicians using the EC20CST 20G catheters for anesthesia or fluid administration are most at risk. Patients receiving these catheters could be affected if the device leaks.
Check for the batch numbers: 61600403, 61602663, 61608017, 61614723, or 61621770. The product is a 20G closed-tip catheter used by physicians for anesthesia and fluid administration.
If you notice any leakage or disconnection of the catheter, stop using it immediately.
Check the batch number on the catheter packaging to see if it matches the affected batches listed.
The affected batch numbers are 61600403, 61602663, 61608017, 61614723, and 61621770.
The catheter connectors may not stay closed during use, leading to potential leakage or disconnection.
The recall does not provide a fix; users should check for leakage and verify the batch number.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3400-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3400-2018 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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