HIGH

B. Braun Medical Recalls 32,500 Caresite Extension Sets for IV Pumps (2025)

B. Braun Medical recalled 32,500 Caresite Extension Sets used with Infusomat Space, Outlook, and Vista Basic IV pumps worldwide. The devices pose a backflow and occlusion risk in the primary IV line. Hospitals and healthcare providers should stop using the device immediately and follow the recall instructions.

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

This extension set is used to connect gravity IV therapy lines and pump-administered lines in hospital settings.

Why This Is Dangerous

Backflow could cause incorrect dosing or contamination of the IV line. Inability to prime may interrupt medication delivery.

Industry Context

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

Real-World Impact

Hospitals must identify and remove affected extension sets from inventory to protect patient safety. Facilities should follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions to replace or remedy the device.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check the product label for Catalog Number 470183.
  2. Verify the UDI-DI: 04046964719400.
  3. Verify the Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964715549.

Where to find product info

Recall notice and FDA enforcement page provide device identification and instructions.

What timeline to expect

Remedy details and replacement or refund timeline will be provided by the manufacturer in the recall communications.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to facility recall coordinator.
  • Contact FDA/regulatory reporting channels if the manufacturer does not respond within a reasonable timeframe.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Strengthen inventory controls for IV extension sets.
  • Verify supplier certifications and model numbers before purchase.
  • Train staff to check Catalog Number and UDI-DI during receiving and during recalls.

Documentation advice

Keep recall notification letters, proof of purchase, and inventory lists; document communications with the manufacturer.

Product Details

Catalog Number: 470183. Primary UDI-DI: 04046964719400. Unit of Dose UDI-DI: 04046964715549. Distribution: Worldwide (US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore). Quantity: 32,500 units. Recall Date: 2025-10-29. Status: ACTIVE. Brand: B. Braun Medical.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 32,500 units recalled
  • Catalog 470183
  • Primary UDI-DI 04046964719400
  • Unit UDI-DI 04046964715549
  • Worldwide distribution including US, Canada, Germany, Guatemala, Singapore
  • Recall date 2025-10-29; status ACTIVE

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
470183
04046964719400
04046964715549
Report Date
December 3, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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