Recall Z-0424-2014 ยท LHI Set, I.V. Fluid Transfer
B. Braun Medical, Inc.
20mm addEASE(TM) Binary Connector with 17 Ga. Needle for use with PAB(R) Containers, BC2000 Product is intended for fluid transfer between a Partial Additive Bag (PAB(R)) container and a drug vial.
| Date | Nov 27, 2013 (initiated Apr 4, 2013) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Possible solution leakage at the interface of the addEASE(TM) Binary Connector (Product Codes BC2000 and BC1300) and the PAB(R) bag. Based on extensive root cause investigation, it has been determined that the leakage is the result of a misaligned cannula (needle) on the addEASE(TM) Binary Connector, which pierces the PAB(R) bag stopper to access the solution. The misaligned cannula may result i |
| Root cause | Equipment maintenance |
| Action | B Braun sent an Urgent - Medical Device Removal Notification letter dated April 4, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by he customer. Customers were instructed to review the Product Recall Notification in its entirety and ensure that all users in their organization are informed about this voluntary product recall. Determine their current inventory of the affected lots within their distribution center. Contact their customers that have received the affected lots and inform them of this voluntary product recall. Combi |
| Quantity | 1,746,079 units |
| Distribution | Nationwide Distribution |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |