FDAClass IIOctober 31, 2012

Gish 3/8 x 3/8" Straight Connector with Luer fitting recall

Gish 3/8 x 3/8" Straight Connector with Luer fitting, Item Numbers: EC2160B, EC2160S, Lot Numbers: 1210100010, 1215100026, 1217000138, Exp. Dates…

Why was Gish 3/8 x 3/8" Straight Connector with Luer fitting recalled?

Due to a molding irregularity, certain lots of connectors have the potential to leak fluid or entrain air at the interface of the luer fitting and mating cap. Entrained air could result in patient injury.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Item Numbers: EC2160B, EC2160S, Lot Numbers: 1210100010, 1215100026, 1217000138, Exp. Dates: 4/16/17, 5/31/15, 7/31/15.

Product
Gish 3/8 x 3/8" Straight Connector with Luer fitting, Item Numbers: EC2160B, EC2160S, Lot Numbers: 1210100010, 1215100026, 1217000138, Exp. Dates…
Recalling firm
Sorin Group USA, Inc.
Quantity
1,640 units
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution in the states of: AL, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA and WI.
Recall date
October 31, 2012
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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