Perifix® 333521Recalls & reported problems
B. Braun Medical Inc. · Perifix® SoftTip Epidural Anesthesia Catheter - 20 Ga. x 40 in., Closed Tip · Class 2
- Adverse event reports
- 3
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 3 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04046964179945), received between Sep 24, 2019 and Feb 5, 2026 — classified as 3 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Detachment of Device or Device Component” (2 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Detachment of Device or Device Component2
- Break1
Patient problems
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient2
- Foreign Body In Patient1
Recent adverse event reports
The 3 most recent of 3 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionFeb 5, 2026Break
AS REPORTED BY THE USER FACILITY: CATHETER TIP BROKE OFF AT END OF TUOHY NEEDLE WHEN USED FOR PERIPHERAL BLOCK. FOREIGN MATTER REMAINS IN PATIENT.
Patient problems: Foreign Body In Patient
MAUDE report 24267575 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2019Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component
AS REPORTED BY THE USER FACILITY: EVENT 1: IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE CATHETER CONNECTORS DO NOT STAY CLOSED. NO INJURY REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 9112722 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2019Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component
AS REPORTED BY THE USER FACILITY: EVENT 2: IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE CATHETER CONNECTORS DO NOT STAY CLOSED. NO INJURY REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 9112717 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.