# Major Recall Alert: Microbore Extension Set Recalled by B. Braun Medical Inc. (BBMI) Over Air Eliminating Filter Mislabeling
B. Braun Medical Inc. (BBMI) has issued an important **voluntary medical device recall** for specific lots of the **Microbore Extension Set (Product V6215)** in Canada. The recall concerns inaccurate labeling, which claims that the product includes an air-eliminating filter when in reality, the filter does not have air-eliminating properties. This critical safety issue prompted BBMI to take swift action to protect users from potential risks. Read on for the key details and steps to ensure your safety.
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## Why This Recall is Important
Medical devices play a crucial role in patient care, making their functionality and safety non-negotiable. The Microbore Extension Set, intended to provide infusion therapy with enhanced safety measures like air elimination, is now under scrutiny.
**Key concerns include:**
- **Patient safety risks:** The absence of an air-eliminating filter could result in air bubbles entering the infusion line, which poses a risk of **air embolism**—a potentially life-threatening condition.
- **Reliance on inaccurate labeling:** Healthcare professionals relying on the product's description may unintentionally expose patients to harm.
BBMI has voluntarily initiated this recall to mitigate risks, ensuring that healthcare providers and patients switch to accurate and safe alternatives.
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## Details of the Recall
The recall, announced on **July 7, 2025**, pertains specifically to **product V6215 Microbore Extension Sets** manufactured and distributed by B. Braun Medical Inc.
**Key information about the recall includes:**
- **Product Name:** Microbore Extension Set
- **Issue:** The filter is inaccurately labeled as air-eliminating when it does not have such capabilities.
- **Recall Start Date:** July 7, 2025
- **Affected Area:** Canada
For an official source and lot number details, visit the official recall page: [Microbore Extension Set Recall Notice](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/microbore-extension-set).
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## What You Should Do
If you currently have or are using the affected Microbore Extension Set, take immediate action:
1. **Stop using the product:** Discontinue use of the recalled Microbore Extension Sets (product V6215) immediately.
2. **Check the lot number:** Confirm whether your product is part of the recall by visiting the official recall website.
3. **Contact BBMI:** Reach out to B. Braun Medical Inc. for further instructions on returning the product or obtaining a replacement.
4. **Inform healthcare providers:** Notify your medical team if the product has been used during previous treatments.
Healthcare providers and distributors are also encouraged to check their inventory and follow BBMI's procedures for returning the product.
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This recall serves as an important reminder of the need for vigilance when using medical devices. Always verify product functionality, follow recall instructions, and prioritize safety. For more details on this recall, visit the [official recall page here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/microbore-extension-set). Stay safe!