B. Braun recalls specific epidural tray models due to potential catheter connector leakage during use, which may cause disconnection or fluid leakage. Affected units include batch numbers 61599673, 61603318, ...
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. This could lead to improper anesthetic delivery or fluid leakage, posing a risk to patients receiving surgery.
The catheter connectors in these trays may not stay securely closed, leading to leakage or disconnection of the catheter during use. This could cause improper delivery of anesthetic fluids or fluid leakage, potentially affecting patient safety.
Physicians using the recalled epidural trays for anesthesia administration are most at risk. Patients receiving surgery with these trays may also be affected if the connectors fail.
Check for the model CE18TOD CONT EPIDURAL TRAY LF with Material Number 332236. Affected units include batch numbers 61599673, 61603318, 61608081, and 61616971.
Identify the model CE18TOD CONT EPIDURAL TRAY LF with Material Number 332236 and batch numbers 61599673, 61603318, 61608081, or 61616971.
The catheter connectors may not stay closed during use, leading to leakage or disconnection of catheters, which could affect anesthetic delivery.
Check if your unit matches the model and batch numbers listed in the recall notice. If it does, contact B. Braun Medical for further instructions.
The recall notes potential leakage or disconnection, which could affect patient safety, but the official notice does not specify a risk of serious injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send B. Braun to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3373-2018 — B. Braun B. Braun Hello, I own a B. Braun that is covered by recall Z-3373-2018 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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