Cardinal Health recalls Presource PBDS kits with leaking Gatorade pouches that could cause electrolyte imbalance during pre-surgery fasting. Affected kits include specific product codes and lot numbers.
A defect in the seal of the Gatorade pouch contained in kits caused the pouch to leak within a limited portion of the kit.
Cardinal Health is recalling Presource PBDS kits that contain Gatorade pouches with a seal defect causing leaks. This could lead to electrolyte imbalance if the pouch leaks during pre-surgery fasting, which is critical for patients following the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery protocol.
The Gatorade pouch seal defect causes leaks in a limited portion of the kit. If the pouch leaks during pre-surgery fasting, it could lead to electrolyte imbalance, which is critical for patients following the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery protocol.
Patients using the Presource PBDS kit for pre-surgery preparation are most at risk, as the leaking pouch could cause electrolyte imbalance during fasting periods. The kit is intended for use by individuals undergoing surgery.
Check for product codes SP4692448A (lot numbers 820354, 821943, 826374, 833181) or SP4692448B (lot number 849841, 855450). The kit includes a 5000 ML exerciser device, cloth items, skin prep, and Gatorade pouches.
Identify kits with product codes SP4692448A or SP4692448B and corresponding lot numbers.
The Gatorade pouch seal has a defect that causes leaks in a limited portion of the kit, which could lead to electrolyte imbalance during pre-surgery fasting.
Patients using the Presource PBDS kit for pre-surgery preparation are at risk, as the leaking pouch could cause electrolyte imbalance during fasting periods.
Check for product codes SP4692448A (lot numbers 820354, 821943, 826374, 833181) or SP4692448B (lot number 849841, 855450).
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Subject: Recall Z-2483-2018 — Cardinal Health Cardinal Health Hello, I own a Cardinal Health that is covered by recall Z-2483-2018 from Cardinal Health. 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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