B.Braun dialysis tubing set (lot # 20354001 did not prime correctly.It appeared that the venous bubble filled completely with fluid and resulted in abnormal pressure readings.Due to the pressure readings, the health care provider was unable to continue the treatment with that tubing.No harm to patient, blood returned, treatment delayed by 10 minutes due to restring of the machine.B.Braun has expedited replacement product with a different lot number.A sample has been sent for them to investigate, as we have engaged their clinical team.
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