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Class I Recall

Baxter AK 98 Dialysis Machine, Hemodialysis Delivery System, Product Code 955607. As of February 2025, the firm name is

Baxter Healthcare Corporation

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Baxter AK 98 Dialysis Machine, Hemodialysis Delivery System, Product Code 955607 by Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Reason: Baxter is aware of several recalls by other manufacturers related to the potential risk of exposure to non-dioxin-like (NDL) polychlorinated biphenyl .

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0327-2025

Action Date

2024-11-20

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Baxter AK 98 Dialysis Machine, Hemodialysis Delivery System, Product Code 955607. As of February 2025, the firm name is Vantive.

Lot/Code Info: UDI/DI 07332414124519, All serials with runtime less than 500 hours

Quantity Affected: 1100 units

Reason for Recall

Baxter is aware of several recalls by other manufacturers related to the potential risk of exposure to non-dioxin-like (NDL) polychlorinated biphenyl acids (PCBAs) and NDL polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) when using certain peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis devices.

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution and worldwide

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-10-16

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 242 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Baxter Healthcare Corporation has 310 FDA actions in our database, including 286 recalls and 24 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Baxter Healthcare Corporation) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Baxter Healthcare Corporation have FDA actions?

Baxter Healthcare Corporation has 310 FDA actions in our database, including 286 recalls and 24 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0327-2025" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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