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Health product recall

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
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
1 Baxter Parkway
Deerfield
60015
Illinois
UNITED STATES