B. Braun CONTIPLEX TUOHY Set Recall: Catheter Connector Leakage Risk

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What happened, in plain English

B. Braun is recalling certain CONTIPLEX TUOHY sets used by doctors for anesthesia delivery because the catheter connectors may leak or disconnect during use. This could lead to complications during medical procedures if the catheter becomes disconnected.

Why it’s dangerous

The catheter connectors may not stay closed properly, which can lead to leakage or disconnection of the catheter during medical procedures. This could cause complications if the anesthetic fluid is disconnected from the patient.

Who’s affected

Physicians using the CONTIPLEX TUOHY set for anesthesia delivery 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 'CONTIPLEX TUOHY SET, 18GX4", 1.3X100MM' with Material Number 331693. Affected units have batch numbers 61611404 or 61622440.

Brand
B. Braun
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Product Details
Identify the batch number on the product label to determine if it's affected (61611404 or 61622440).
Contact Manufacturer
Reach out to B. Braun Medical Inc for further assistance if you have the affected batch numbers.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific model of the recalled product?

The recalled product is the CONTIPLEX TUOHY SET, 18GX4", 1.3X100MM with Material Number 331693.

Which batch numbers are affected?

Batch numbers 61611404 and 61622440 are affected.

How can I tell if my product is recalled?

Check the batch number on the product label; affected units have batch numbers 61611404 or 61622440.

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Subject: Recall Z-3319-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun

Hello,

I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3319-2018 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-3319-2018 (July 20, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-3319-2018 to see it in context.
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