The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0233-2024·Announced 2023-11-29

VariSoft Infusion Set Model 1002828 Recalled for Connector Detachment Risk

The FDA recalls 1,679 VariSoft infusion sets (Model 1002828) due to connector damage that causes improper detachment. Undetected disconnections can lead to missed insulin doses and diabetic ketoacidosis.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This FDA Class I recall involves a defect causing unintended disconnection of an insulin infusion set, potentially leading to missed insulin doses and diabetic ketoacidosis. FDA Class I recalls score 4 or higher per recall classification standards.

Plain-English summary

The FDA is recalling 1,679 units of the VariSoft infusion set (Model Number 1002828) manufactured by Unomedical A/S. The product is used with Tandem insulin pumps to deliver insulin to patients with diabetes.

A manufacturing defect causes damage to the connector piece of the infusion set. This damage makes the connector more likely to disconnect unintentionally, requiring less force to separate than the design intended.

If a patient does not notice the disconnection, the insulin pump will not deliver basal insulin doses. This missed dosing can result in elevated blood glucose and ketone levels, particularly during sleep, potentially leading to diabetic ketoacidosis—a serious and potentially life-threatening condition.

Patients or healthcare providers who have this product should stop using it and consult their healthcare provider about replacement options.

The recalled product

Product
VariSoft infusion set, Model Number 1002828
Manufacturer
Unomedical A/S
Hazard
  • connector-detachment
  • insulin-delivery-failure
  • hyperglycemia
  • ketoacidosis

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (5)

  • GTIN 05705244018730
  • Serial Numbers: 5388367
  • 5388376
  • GTIN 05705244018723
  • Serial Numbers: 5388367. 5388376

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.