HIGH

B. Braun Medical CareSite IV Sets Recalled for Backflow Risk (381,850 Units, 2025)

B. Braun Medical recalled 381,850 CareSite IV sets used with Infusomat Space Large Volume Pump, Outlook Pump, and Vista Basic Pump after concerns about backflow and occlusion. The defect could allow medication to flow from secondary piggyback IV containers into primary IV containers and prevent priming. Hospitals and clinicians should stop using the affected devices immediately and follow recall,厂

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
October 29, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
B. Braun Medical
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

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

CareSite injection sites are used in gravity IV sets and pump administration sets for IV therapy. They connect to IV lines and are used in hospital settings with infusion pumps.

Why This Is Dangerous

The defect allows backflow from secondary IV containers into the primary IV container and may prevent priming, potentially affecting dosing accuracy.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Hospitals may need to halt use of affected IV sets and implement replacements. A recall of 381,850 units implies substantial procurement and workflow impact.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check Catalog Number 354207 on the product packaging labeling.
  2. Check Primary UDI-DI 04046964182136 and Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964182129 on the product labeling.
  3. If affected, stop using immediately.

Where to find product info

Recall details and instructions are available on the FDA enforcement page linked in the recall notice.

What timeline to expect

Refund or replacement processing typically takes 4-6 weeks after a claim is submitted.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital purchasing or risk management.
  • File a consumer complaint with FDA if the manufacturer is unresponsive.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify UDI codes on incoming inventory.
  • Source IV administration sets from authorized distributors.
  • Maintain a recall monitoring process for medical devices used in IV therapy.

Documentation advice

Document recall notice, catalog number, and UDI numbers. Save correspondence with the supplier and any replacement orders.

Product Details

Catalog Number: 354207. Primary UDI-DI: 04046964182136. Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964182129. Distribution: Worldwide, including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala and Singapore. Sold by B. Braun Medical. Price: Unknown.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 381,850 units recalled
  • Catalog Number 354207
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046964182136
  • Unit of Dose UDI-DI 04046964182129
  • Worldwide distribution (US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore)

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Model Numbers
Catalog Number: 354207
Primary UDI-DI: 04046964182136
Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964182129
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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