B. Braun Medical, Inc. recalls WHIN Infusion Set - 90 Huber Needle and Wing (22 ga/1in). Intravenous delivery through intravascular ports, 20 units pe…

Recall date

April 26, 2016

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1703-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

B. Braun Medical, Inc.

Sold / distributed

Worldwide distribution: US Distribution to states of: IN, NV, MA, IL, AR, TX, OH, CA, GA, FL, MS, NJ, AL, PA, TN, KY, VA, SC, and country of: Canada.

Why it was recalled

Potential for the tip of the Huber needle on the WHIN Infusion Set to protrude from the needle guard.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

WHIN Infusion Set - 90 Huber Needle and Wing (22 ga/1in). Intravenous delivery through intravascular ports, 20 units per case, Catalog Number 471734. Usage: Infusion of solution/medication into implanted intravascular ports.