FDAClass IIMay 20, 2020

BARD Access Systems PowerPort ClearVUE Slim Implantable recall: Labeling Error

BARD Access Systems PowerPort ClearVUE Slim Implantable Port With Smooth Septum and Attachable 6 F Polyurethane Open-Ended Single-Lumen Venous…

Why was BARD Access Systems PowerPort ClearVUE Slim Implantable recalled?

The catheter locks for the lot may contain an 8Fr catheter lock instead of a 6Fr catheter lock per device labeling.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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?

Lot #RECX3530, Exp. date 4/30/2020, UDI (01)00801741110771(17)200430(10)RECX3530.

Product
BARD Access Systems PowerPort ClearVUE Slim Implantable Port With Smooth Septum and Attachable 6 F Polyurethane Open-Ended Single-Lumen Venous…
Recalling firm
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc
Quantity
200 units
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AZ, CA, MA, MD, NJ, NY, and TX. There was no foreign/government/military distribution.
Recall date
May 20, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (device)
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