What is the problem with Heparin?
Pre-Filled Heparin Lock Flush Solution USP syringes used to flush intravenous and catheter lines to prevent clotting have been recalled due to the recent outbreak of blood infections associated with their use. The pre-filled syringes could be contaminated with bacteria known as Serratia marcencens. There have been close to 50 people in Texas and Illinois who have been affected by these contaminated syringes. On December 20, 2007, AM2 PAT recalled one lot of their pre-filled heparin flush syringes, 070926H. On January 25, 2008, the FDA issued a recall of all lots of heparin and saline pre-filled flush syringes.
