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| Issued: 04 September 2008 at 11:00 |
Ref: MDA/2008/064
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Immediate action |
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Action |
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Update |
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Information request |
| Device: Obturator – Venflon™ IV cannula obturator manufactured by BD. Product code numbers 394252 and 394253. Various lot numbers. |
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| Problem: Due to a manufacturing problem, there may be cracks and holes in the packaging of the listed obturators for Venflon™ cannulae, which could compromise sterility. |
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| Action by: All staff who use, supply or purchase this device. |
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Action:
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Distributed to:
* via CE Bulletin |
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| Contacts: Details of manufacturer contacts for technical and clinical aspects. Change of address or removal from address list for CSCI and Healthcare Commission. |
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Action deadlines for the Safety Alert Broadcast System (SABS)
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Deadline (action underway): 18 September 2008
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Deadline (action complete): 06 October 2008
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MDA/2008/064 - Obturator - Venflon IV cannula obturator manufactured by BD 
