Fresenius Medical Care is recalling over 2.1 million stay-safe catheter extensions and adapters because the peroxide cross-linked tubing can release chemical contaminants known as NDL PCBAs into the fluid path. These affected medical devices, including the Safe Lock and Luer Lock models, were distributed nationwide in the United States. While the firm has initiated this voluntary recall via letter, consumers using these specific dialysis accessories should be aware of the potential for chemical exposure. If you use any stay-safe extension or adapter listed in this recall, you should contact your healthcare provider or the manufacturer for further instructions.
The tubing in these devices can leach non-dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (NDL PCBAs) during use, which may pose a risk of chemical exposure and potential adverse health effects for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
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