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Baxter Extension Sets with PosiFlow Access Device for IV… recallZ-0854-05 · Baxter Healthcare Corp. · initiated Mar 3, 2005

Terminated All recalls posted in June 2005

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Baxter Healthcare Corp. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

Inadequate directions for use resulting in fluid leaks, valves sticking in the open position, and flow output restriction.

FDA root cause category: Other

What the company is doing

Urgent Device Correction letters dated 3/3/05 were sent to the direct accounts via first class mail, to the attention of the Director of Nursing. The accounts were informed of the field reports received concerning the PosiFlow Access Device and IV sets containing the PosiFlow device and the changes made to the directions for use and in-service training materials to correct the problems. The accounts were requested to complete and fax back to Baxter at 847-270-5457 the enclosed customer reply form, acknowledging the receipt and dissemination of the information to their staff. Wholesalers were requested to notify their customers. Any questions were directed to the Center for One Baxter at 1-800-422-9837.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0854-05
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Mar 3, 2005
Posted by the FDA
Jun 1, 2005
Recalling firm
Baxter Healthcare Corp.
Quantity
not known
Product code
FPA
FDA submissions
K791496, K964918
Distribution
Nationwide

Product description

Baxter Extension Sets with PosiFlow Access Device for IV Access; product codes 2N9051, 2N9052, 2N9053, 2N9054, 2N9055, 2N9057; a single use, sterile fluid pathway devices with PosiFlow Positive Displacement Feature; Baxter Healthcare Corp., Deerfield, IL 60015 USA; the PosiFlow Access Device is manufactured for Baxter Healthcare Corporation by Becton Dickinson

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

product codes 2N9051, 2N9052, 2N9053, 2N9054, 2N9055, 2N9057; all lots

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K791496, K964918 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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