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Fresenius 2008 Series Hemodialysis Delivery Systems: 2008T, 2008K2, 2008K and 2008K@home: Models: Fresenius 2008K and 2008K2 Dialysate Delivery System Fresenius 2008K@home Hemodialysis Machine with bibag System 2008T Hemodialysis Machine The Fresenius 2008¿ Series Machines are indicated for acute and chronic dialysis therapy

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: March 10, 2016 Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group Infusion Pumps Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Fresenius 2008 Series Hemodialysis Delivery Systems: 2008T, 2008K2, 2008K and 2008K@home: Models: Fresenius 2008K and 2008K2 Dialysate Delivery System Fresenius 2008K@home Hemodialysis Machine with bibag System 2008T Hemodialysis Machine
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group, LLC
Reason for Recall:
Added Warning Statement: Fresenius 2008 Series Hemodialysis Machines False Blood Leak Alarm When Dialyzing Patients Treated with Hydroxocobalamin (or any form of Vitamin B-12)
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Fresenius 2008 Series Hemodialysis Delivery Systems: 2008T, 2008K2, 2008K and 2008K@home: Models: Fresenius 2008K and 2008K2 Dialysate Delivery System Fresenius 2008K@home Hemodialysis Machine with bibag System 2008T Hemodialysis Machine The Fresenius 2008¿ Series Machines are indicated for acute and chronic dialysis therapy

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Fresenius 2008 Series Hemodialysis Delivery Systems: 2008T, 2008K2, 2008K and 2008K@home: Models: Fresenius 2008K and 2008K2 Dialysate Delivery System Fresenius 2008K@home Hemodialysis Machine with bibag System 2008T Hemodialysis Machine

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1325-2016

Related Recalls

Liberty Cycler Cassettes (a disposable cassette that is intended to be used to perform peritoneal dialysis (APD) in conjunction with the Liberty cycler as follows: (1) LIBERTY Line Cycler Set with Stay-safe connectors (Dual Patient Connector) Part Number: 050-87212 (2) LIBERTY Line Cycler Set with Stay-safe connectors (Single Patient Connector) Part Number: 050-87215 (3) LIBERTY Integrated Cycler Set with single Stay-safe patient connector and extended drain line Part Number: 050-87216

Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group

Class I - Dangerous

Additional Instructions: step-by step handling and inserting the cassette into the Liberty Cycler set. A damaged cassette can cause peritoneal dialysis (PD) solution to leak into the cycler and is a potential risk for contamination.

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