Bard recalls POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim catheters with incorrect patient ID card flushing instructions. This may lead to improper catheter care.
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 catheters because the patient ID card has wrong flushing instructions. This could cause improper catheter care if not corrected.
The patient ID card includes incorrect port flushing instructions. This could lead to improper catheter care if users follow the wrong steps. However, the risk is low as it does not involve immediate harm.
Patients with Bard POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim catheters who use the device for medical purposes. Those with improper catheter care due to incorrect instructions are at higher risk.
Check for the POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim catheter with Smooth Septum, 6F ChronoFlex, Polyurethane Catheter and Open Suture Holes. The product has specific lot numbers and unique device identifiers listed in the recall notice.
Review the patient ID card for the correct port flushing instructions.
The patient ID card contains incorrect port flushing instructions, which could lead to improper catheter care.
Check for the POWERPORT ClearVUE Slim catheter with Smooth Septum, 6F ChronoFlex, Polyurethane Catheter and Open Suture Holes. The product has specific lot numbers and unique device identifiers listed in the recall notice.
Review the patient ID card for the correct port flushing instructions. The recall does not require immediate action beyond checking the instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Bard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1763-2018 — Bard Bard Hello, I own a Bard that is covered by recall Z-1763-2018 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
