IV catheter obturator alert

Due to a manufacturing problem, there may be cracks and holes in the packaging of some obturators for Venflon™ cannulae, which could compromise sterility. The obturator protects the inner lumen of the catheter from coagulation and thrombus formation after discontinuation of infusion.

The device in question is Venflon™ IV cannula obturator manufactured by BD. Product code numbers 394252 and 394253. Various lot numbers. 

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