Bard recalls POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim Implantable Ports with incorrect patient ID card flushing instructions. This could lead to improper port care. Contact Bard for details.
The Patient ID Card packaged with the POWERPORT ClearVUE Implantable Port with Smooth Septum contains incorrect port flushing instructions.
Bard is recalling POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim Implantable Ports because the included Patient ID Card has incorrect port flushing instructions. This could lead to improper port care if users follow the wrong instructions.
The Patient ID Card that comes with the port has incorrect flushing instructions. If users follow these wrong instructions, it could lead to improper port care. This might cause complications for patients using the device.
Patients with Bard POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim Implantable Ports are affected. Those who use the ports for medical treatments are most at risk.
Check for the POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim Implantable Port with Smooth Septum. Look for the lot numbers listed in the UDI: REAN0056, REAN0203, REAP0773, or REBN0925.
Verify the flushing instructions on the Patient ID Card match the correct procedure for your port.
The Patient ID Card packaged with the port contains incorrect flushing instructions, which could lead to improper port care.
Check for the POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim Implantable Port with Smooth Septum and look for the lot numbers: REAN0056, REAN0203, REAP0773, or REBN0925.
Check the flushing instructions on the Patient ID Card to ensure they are correct. If unsure, contact Bard for assistance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1773-2018 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-1773-2018 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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