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Dianeal Low Calcium (2.5mEq/L) Peritoneal Dialysis Solution with 2.5 Percent Dextrose 5000mL (Ambu-Flex II): Recall - Presence of Particulate Matter

August 15, 2014

Audience: Pharmacy, Nursing, Nephrology

[Posted 08/15/2014]

ISSUE: Baxter International Inc. announced a voluntary recall in the United States of two lots of Dianeal Low Calcium (2.5mEq/L) Peritoneal Dialysis Solution with 2.5% Dextrose 5000mL (Ambu-Flex II) to the hospital/user level. The recall was initiated due to the presence of oxidized stainless steel, garment fiber, and PVC particulate matter identified during the manufacturing process. Lot numbers affected by this recall are C940700 and C940841. The affected lots were distributed to customers between May 30, 2014 and July 9, 2014.

Intraperitoneal administration of a product with particulate matter may cause local inflammation with foreign body reaction or result in adhesion formation. The particulate matter could potentially serve as a focal point for infection should any pre-existing peritonitis exist, and may lead to a fatal outcome.

BACKGROUND: The recalled products were distributed to dialysis centers, facilities, distributors, and patients in the United States.

RECOMMENDATION: According to the product labeling, the container should be inspected visually for signs of leakage prior to use. Solutions that are cloudy, discolored, contain visible particulate matter, or show evidence of leakage should not be used.

Baxter notified customers by recall letter to instruct them to locate and remove any affected product from their facility. All patients who received product from the affected lots also were contacted by recall letter and provided instructions to arrange for product return. Dialysis centers, facilities, distributors, and patients should stop use and return to place of purchase.

Healthcare providers who received affected product should return it to Baxter for credit by contacting Baxter Healthcare Center for Service at 1-888-229-0001, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Central Time. Unaffected lots of product are available for replacement.

[08/13/2014 - Press Release - Baxter International]

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