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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Diacap(R) Ultra Dialysis Fluid Filter, Catalog Number 7107367. Intended to filter bacteria and endotoxins from dialysis fluid.

Reported: May 8, 2013 Initiated: March 1, 2013 #Z-1183-2013

Product Description

Diacap(R) Ultra Dialysis Fluid Filter, Catalog Number 7107367. Intended to filter bacteria and endotoxins from dialysis fluid.

Reason for Recall

There is the potential of the residual moisture of the Diacap Ultra membrane being reduced over time, which results in the reduction of the membrane permeability (ultrafiltration coefficient).

Details

Recalling Firm
B. Braun Medical, Inc.
Units Affected
1580
Distribution
Distribution and manufacturing dates for the expansion lots was reported as 5/23-6/14/2013 and 1/22-24/2013 respectively. Nationwide Distribution including the states of AZ, CA, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, KY, LA, MN, MO, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, WA and WV.
Location
Allentown, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Diacap(R) Ultra Dialysis Fluid Filter, Catalog Number 7107367. Intended to filter bacteria and endotoxins from dialysis fluid.. Recalled by B. Braun Medical, Inc.. Units affected: 1580.
Why was this product recalled?
There is the potential of the residual moisture of the Diacap Ultra membrane being reduced over time, which results in the reduction of the membrane permeability (ultrafiltration coefficient).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 8, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1183-2013.