Recall of extension sets
Faults in extension set equipment may lead to under-delivery of anaesthesia drugs
Reports have been received from several jurisdictions about faults in certain brands of extension sets.
In some instances, cracks in the connectors have been discovered after a fluid leak or the unexpected need of a patient for an increased drug dose. In other cases, the patient was under-anaesthetised until the leak was identified.
On 2 April 2026, the TGA published a recall notice for Microbore Trifuse Extension Sets on its Database of Recalls, Product Alerts, and Product Corrections. Some of these Sets have the potential for the central adaptor component to crack.
Anaesthetists are reminded that regular inspection of the infusion site is important, where possible, especially during TIVA, as leaks may only become apparent well after the commencement of the case.
