PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Critical Class I Terminated

Baxter Interlink System Buretrol Solution Set, 117" (3.0 m), with 150 mL Burette (Ball-Valve Drip Chamber) (Non-DEHP); a sterile Rx IV fluid pathway device; Product Usage: The device is used for the administration of fluids from a container into the patient's vascular system through a vascular access device.

Reported: October 17, 2012 Initiated: September 7, 2012 #Z-0013-2013

Product Description

Baxter Interlink System Buretrol Solution Set, 117" (3.0 m), with 150 mL Burette (Ball-Valve Drip Chamber) (Non-DEHP); a sterile Rx IV fluid pathway device; Product Usage: The device is used for the administration of fluids from a container into the patient's vascular system through a vascular access device.

Reason for Recall

Baxter has determined that the ball-valve feature of the Buretrol Solution Sets may not function as expected, allowing air to flow past the valve and into the tubing at the completion of dose within the burette.

Details

Recalling Firm
Baxter Healthcare Corp.
Units Affected
1,995,040 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and Internationally to Canada, Costa Rica, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom.
Location
Round Lake, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Baxter Interlink System Buretrol Solution Set, 117" (3.0 m), with 150 mL Burette (Ball-Valve Drip Chamber) (Non-DEHP); a sterile Rx IV fluid pathway device; Product Usage: The device is used for the administration of fluids from a container into the patient's vascular system through a vascular access device.. Recalled by Baxter Healthcare Corp.. Units affected: 1,995,040 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Baxter has determined that the ball-valve feature of the Buretrol Solution Sets may not function as expected, allowing air to flow past the valve and into the tubing at the completion of dose within the burette.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 17, 2012. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0013-2013.