Chloraprep™ 3 mL applicators made by BD/CareFusion were recalled due a risk of mold contamination that could cause severe infections, illness, or death to patients undergoing surgery.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting ChloraPrep induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Defective Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
BD ChloraPrep Recall for Mold Contamination
In April 2021, BD expanded a recall nationwide for ChloraPrep™ 3mL applicators due to a risk ofe fungal contamination, which could lead to infections or death to patients undergoing medical procedures.
ChloraPrep Recalled Due to Risk of Fungal Infections
BD initiated the recall on June 23, 2020, but only included regions with tropical climates at the time. BD determined that high heat and humidity (86ºF and 75% relative humidity), allows the growth of the fungus Aspergillus penicillioides.
What is ChloraPrep?
ChloraPrep 3mL applicators are used by healthcare professionals to clean a patient’s skin before they undergo surgery by delivering a skin-sanitizing solution. ChloraPrep is commonly used before surgeries, dialysis accesses, chest tubes, fistula repairs, and more. ChloraPrep is also included in some medical convenience kits.
What is Aspergillosis?
Aspergillosis is an infection that is caused by Aspergillus, a common mold (fungus) that can be found indoors and outdoors.
When Aspergillus contaminates medical supplies like ChloraPrep, patients can develop systemic or invasive infections, especially if they are already very sick. The symptoms may include:
- Fever or feeling very cold
- Sepsis
- Bloodstream infections
- Worsening illness
- Pain
- Cough
- Coughing up blood
- Shortness of breath
- Other symptoms if the infection spreads
- Death
Do I have a ChloraPrep Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting ChloraPrep induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Defective Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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