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BBraun Medical Inc. Recalled 104,784 Anesthesia IV Sets Over Backflow, Occlusion Risk

BBraun Medical Inc. recalled 104,784 Anesthesia IV Sets used with Infusomat Space, Outlook, and Vista Basic pumps. The recall cites backflow of medication from secondary to primary IV containers and a potential inability to prime. Health care providers should stop using the devices immediately and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions for refund or replacement.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
October 29, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
BBraun Medical
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, ELDERLY

Hazard Information

Potential for backflow of medication from secondary (piggyback) IV containers into primary IV containers and the inability to prime (occlusion).

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact B Braun Medical Inc or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

IV admin sets deliver medications or fluids during medical procedures. This recall concerns piggyback setups in gravity or pump-assisted lines.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow can lead to misdose or contamination and line occlusion can interrupt infusion, potentially impacting patient safety.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

Immediate action required in clinical settings. Utilities and refunds may take weeks; patient safety depends on stopping use and replacing with approved sets.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Inspect catalog numbers on packaging: 490469 and 490470.
  2. Cross-check UDIs: 04046964958816, 04046964958809, 04046964958830, 04046964958823.
  3. Confirm compatibility with Infusomat Space, Outlook, and Vista Basic pumps.

Where to find product info

UDI labels on packaging and device labeling; recall notice on FDA enforcement page.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements are issued per manufacturer directions; typical processing spans several weeks.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • File a complaint with the FDA if the company is slow to respond.
  • Document all attempts to contact the manufacturer.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify catalog numbers and UDIs before use.
  • Use only approved IV sets that match your pump model.
  • Stay updated with FDA recall notices for new guidance.

Documentation advice

Keep packaging labels, UDIs, recall notices, and correspondence with BBraun Medical.

Product Details

Catalog Numbers: 490469 and 490470. Description: IV Admin Set with 15 drops/mL, 132 in; 60D 2 CARESITE VLV, 132 in. Primary UDI-DI: 04046964958816; Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964958809. Secondary Catalog Number: 490470; Primary UDI-DI: 04046964958830; Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964958823. Sold worldwide including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore.

Reported Incidents

No specific incident counts are provided in the recall notice. The FDA enforcement page lists the hazard and quantity but does not enumerate injuries or incidents.

Key Facts

  • 104,784 units recalled worldwide
  • Catalog Numbers 490469 and 490470
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046964958816; 04046964958830
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964958809; 04046964958823
  • Recall status: ACTIVE as of 2025-12-03

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTELDERLYINFANTSCHILDREN
Injury Types
ELECTRICALLACERATIONOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
490469
490470
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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