Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-3326-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | B. Braun Medical, Inc. |
| Report date | Oct 10, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Jul 20, 2018 |
| Quantity | 120 |
| Location | Allentown, PA, United States |
Official product description
CONT STIM BASIC KIT W/2 IN INSUL TUOHY, Material Number 331757 Connection device used by physicians to provide various anesthetic and fluid administration devices with a single, common access point to a catheter for delivery of anesthetics. The connector is used in conjunction with the catheter for continuous administration of anesthetic fluids.
Why the product was recalled
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.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Australia, Canada, Guatemala and Kuwait.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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