Medline Convenience Kits Recall for Bard Silastic Foley Catheters
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Medline Industries is recalling 980 convenience kits containing Bard Silastic Foley Catheters due to potential harmful raw material on the catheter surface.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 12, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Medline Industries, LP is recalling convenience kits that contain Bard Silastic Foley Catheters. The kits were recalled because they include catheters previously recalled by the manufacturer due to an increased amount of raw material on the catheter surface, which may result in staining and could be harmful.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects Medline convenience kits containing Bard Silastic Foley Catheters (French sizes 16, 18, 20) with 5cc balloons, specifically the ROBOTIC CDS980523M model. Affected lots are 25KBJ177, 25LBO527, and 26ABT761 (UDI-DI 10195327508913). A total of 980 kits were distributed nationwide in the states of CA, FL, MD, PA, and TX. The FDA recall number is Z-2784-2026.
What You Should Do
Consumers should stop using the affected kits and contact Medline Industries, LP for return or refund instructions.
Why This Matters
The recall addresses a potential risk of harm from raw material present in increased amounts on urinary catheters included in the kits.
Source
FDA recall Z-2784-2026 (event ID 99301)
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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