B. Braun recalls specific epidural tray models due to potential catheter connector leakage during use, which may cause disconnection of anesthetic fluids. Affected units include batch numbers 61586632 through 61619582.
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 epidural trays because their catheter connectors can leak or disconnect during use, potentially causing anesthetic fluid delivery issues. This could lead to complications for patients receiving anesthesia.
The catheter connectors in these trays may not stay securely closed, leading to leakage or disconnection of the catheter during use. This could cause anesthetic fluid delivery interruptions or other complications during medical procedures.
Physicians using the recalled epidural trays for anesthesia administration are affected. Patients receiving anesthetic procedures through these trays may be at risk if the connector disconnects.
Check for the model CE17TKFS with material number 332098. Affected units include batch numbers 61586632, 61591151, 61594892, 61599653, 61604114, 61608068, 61612419, 61615748, and 61619582.
Identify if your epidural tray has a batch number from the list: 61586632, 61591151, 61594892, 61599653, 61604114, 61608068, 61612419, 61615748, or 61619582.
Reach out to B. Braun Medical Inc. for specific instructions on whether to repair, replace, or stop using the device.
The recalled model is CE17TKFS with material number 332098.
Affected batch numbers are 61586632, 61591151, 61594892, 61599653, 61604114, 61608068, 61612419, 61615748, and 61619582.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; however, affected units should be checked and contacted for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3344-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3344-2018 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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