B. Braun recalls CE17TK epidural connectors that may leak or disconnect during use, posing a risk of anesthetic fluid leakage. Affected units include specific batch numbers for medical procedures.
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 connector devices used by doctors for anesthetic administration because they can leak or disconnect. This could lead to anesthetic fluid leakage during procedures, potentially causing harm to patients.
The catheter connectors may not stay closed during use, leading to leakage or disconnection of the catheter from the connector. This can cause anesthetic fluid to leak, potentially affecting patient safety during procedures.
Physicians using the CE17TK epidural connector for anesthetic administration are affected. Patients undergoing procedures with this device face the highest risk of anesthetic leakage.
Check for the model CE17TK with Material Number 332:221. The affected batch number is 61597460. This device is used by physicians for epidural anesthetic administration.
Identify the model CE17TK and Material Number 332221 on the connector.
Reach out to B. Braun Medical for guidance on the specific batch number and next steps.
The recall indicates a risk of leakage or disconnection, so it is not recommended for use until the manufacturer provides a remedy.
Contact B. Braun Medical to check if your specific batch number is affected and follow their instructions.
Look for the model CE17TK with Material Number 332221 and batch number 61597460.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3363-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3363-2018 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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