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    Medical devices••Updated Jan 3, 2026•EQUISTREAM, GLIDEPATH•Official source

    EQUISTREAM and GLIDEPATH catheter recall in Canada: risk of barb tip breaking

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    This recall involves EQUISTREAM and GLIDEPATH long-term hemodialysis catheters sold in Canada. They are being recalled because a plastic barb tip on the tunneler may break. Stop using the product and follow the return steps in the official notice.

    What to do

    • Stop using the product immediately.
    • Check model and lot numbers.
    • Contact Bard Access Systems Inc. for return instructions.

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    Affected products

    • EQUISTREAM Split Tip Catheter, Straight, Standard Kit

      Model: 5903190, 5903270, 5903310

      Lot: RECW0585, RECW0913, REDN2376

    • EQUISTREAM Split Tip Catheter, Alphacurve Pre-Curved Catheter, Standard Kit

      Model: 5905240

      Lot: RECX3120

    • EQUISTREAM Split Tip Catheter, Straight, MI Kit

      Model: 5904270

      Lot: RECZ3014

    • GLIDEPATH Long Term Hemodialysis Catheter with Preloaded Stylet, Straight, Standard Kit

      Model: 5393230, 5393270

      Lot: RECX0998, RECX1122, RECX2895, RECZ0639

    • GLIDEPATH Long Term Hemodialysis Catheter with Preloaded Stylet, Straight, Exchange Kit

      Model: 5397190, 5397230, 5397270, 5397310, 5397350

      Lot: RECX0642, RECX1119, RECX2707, RECZ0753, RECZ1125, REDN1398

    Why this matters

    Risk of barb tip breaking

    Do I have this product?

    This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.

    1. 1

      Check the product name

      Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.

    2. 2

      Check the lot number

      Lot numbers identify specific production batches.

      Affected lots: RECW0585, RECW0913, REDN2376, RECX0642, RECX1119, RECX2707, RECZ0753, RECZ1125, REDN1398, RECX0998, RECX1122, RECX2895, RECZ0639, RECX3120, RECZ3014

    3. 3

      Check the model number

      Model numbers are typically on the product label or packaging.

      Affected models: 5393230, 5393270, 5397190, 5397230, 5397270, 5397310, 5397350, 5903190, 5903270, 5903310, 5904270, 5905240

    If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.

    If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.

    When in doubt, always check the official notice.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why was this product recalled?

    Risk of barb tip breaking

    What should consumers do?

    Stop using the product immediately. Check model and lot numbers. Contact Bard Access Systems Inc. for return instructions.

    Where was the product sold?

    This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.

    Is there a health risk?

    Yes, there may be a health risk. Risk of barb tip breaking

    When was this product recalled?

    This product was recalled on June 14, 2019.

    Is the EQUISTREAM, GLIDEPATH brand affected by this recall?

    Yes, EQUISTREAM, GLIDEPATH products are affected by this recall. This recall involves EQUISTREAM and GLIDEPATH long-term hemodialysis catheters sold in Canada. They are being recalled because a plastic barb tip on the tunneler may break. Stop using the product and follow the return steps in the official notice.