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Minicap with Povidone-Iodine Solution (2014-12-01)
- Starting date:
- December 1, 2014
- Posting date:
- December 15, 2014
- Type of communication:
- Medical Device Recall
- Subcategory:
- Medical Device
- Hazard classification:
- Type II
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Medical Devices
- Audience:
- General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
- Identification number:
- RA-42875
Recalled Products
Minicap with Povidone-Iodine Solution
Reason
Baxter has received complaints indicating that the sponge of the Minicap was fully separated from the cap, protruding from the cap or missing. Use of an affected device may increase the risk of peritonitis. This is an important product information communication in which customers can arrange for replacement product where appropriate.
Affected products
Minicap with Povidone-Iodine Solution
Lot or serial number
All non expired lots.
Model or catalog number
5C4466P
Companies
- Manufacturer
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Baxter Healthcare Corporation
1 Baxter Parkway
Deerfield
60015
Illinois
UNITED STATES