—#196060

Product

Extension Set, EXT SET W/CARESITE, 6IN., Product Code 470169, 50 units per carton. A6 Access Device is a valve intended for the aspiration, injection or gravity/pump flow of IV fluids and blood upon insertion of a male luer connector.

FDA product code: FPA — Set, Administration, Intravascular
Device class: Class 2
Medical specialty: General Hospital
510(k) numbers: K083723, K942988, K954123
Affected lot / code info: UDI-DI (GTIN): 04046964540943 Lots/Expiration Dates 61705083 31-Oct-22 61705124 31-Oct-22 61706055 31-Oct-22 61714103 31-Dec-22 61719696 31-Jan-23 61732456 31-Mar-23 61736580 31-May-23 61739427 31-May-23 61744671 31-Jul-23 61747367 31-Aug-23 61750206 31-Aug-23 61752658 30-Sep-23 61761422 30-Nov-23 61776447 30-Apr-24 61780880 30-Apr-24 61802320 30-Sep-24 61806067 31-Oct-24 61807459 31-Oct-24 61822282 28-Feb-25

Why it was recalled

The extension set has a high probability of failure which could lead to possible leakage or detachment at the device's bonded joint during use. The issue may result in delay of therapy, increased risk of bloodstream infections (BSI), and may expose both patients and healthcare workers to hazardous medications. Depending on the nature of the leak and type of infusion, there is also the potential for life-threatening situations to occur including air embolization or hypovolemia.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Process design

Action the firm took

On September 15, 2022, the firm notified affected customers via Urgent Medical Device Recall letters. Customers were instructed to cease use and quarantine the product subject to recall. Once customers have returned the completed acknowledgement form to B. Braun Medical Inc., a Customer Support representative will contact the customer with instructions on returning impacted cases. The firm will provide credit and/or replacement of the product based on the customer's needs. For questions, please contact BBMI's Postmarket Surveillance Department at 1-833-425-1464.

Recalling firm

Firm: B. Braun Medical, Inc.
Address: 901 Marcon Blvd, Allentown, Pennsylvania 18109-9512

Distribution

Distribution pattern: Distribution US nationwide, Canada and Saudi Arabia.

Timeline

Recall initiated: 2022-09-15
Posted by FDA: 2022-10-14
Status: —

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #196060. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.