Baxter Healthcare Corporation: Medical Device Recall in 2017 - (Recall #: Z-2246-2017)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2017.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp - Extra Short. 1 Unit. Sterile. Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Deerfield, IL 60015 USA

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 28, 2014

Date Posted: June 14, 2017

Recall Number: Z-2246-2017

Event ID: 76394

Reason for Recall:

Connection issues between the PD transfer set catheter connector and an adapter may lead to leaks and contamination of the fluid pathway which may result in peritonitis.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 6,048

Code Information:

Product Code 5C4483; Lot# H12030047

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide Distribution and Internationally to Canada and Malaysia

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated