Bard recalls premature infant feeding tubes with ENFit connector due to potential poor fusion of tubing and connector. Affected units have specific lot numbers. Consumers should contact Bard for details.
BMD has identified that the product code/lot number combination identified above may have ineffectively fused tubing and ENFit(TM) connector.
Bard is recalling premature infant feeding tubes with EN:Fit connectors that may have poorly fused tubing and connector. This could lead to improper connections during medical use, risking patient safety.
The tubing and ENFit connector may not fuse properly, causing potential disconnections during use. This could lead to improper feeding or aspiration of gastric contents, especially in vulnerable infants.
Parents and caregivers of premature infants using Bard's ENFit feeding tubes are most at risk. Healthcare providers using these tubes for neonatal care may also be affected.
Check the lot numbers: NGBN2862, NGAXX217, or NGAVX225. These tubes are sold as single-use sterile products for neonatal feeding.
Identify the lot number on the tube packaging to determine if it is affected (NGBN2862, NGAXX217, NGAVX225).
The product may have ineffectively fused tubing and ENFit connector, which could lead to improper connections during medical use.
Contact Bard directly to check if your specific lot number is affected and follow their instructions.
Yes, improper connections could lead to aspiration of gastric contents or feeding issues in premature infants.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1357-2018 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-1357-2018 from Bard. 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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