Hamilton Medical recalls breathing circuits with possible blue tubing cracks that could cause rebreathing of exhaled gases, leading to respiratory issues. Affected units include specific model numbers and serial lots.
Ventilator coaxial breathing circuit may have a crack in blue tubing, which is used to deliver fresh gas to the patient. The crack will compromise inspiratory and expiratory flows, leading to partial or complete rebreathing of exhaled gases, which could lead to acute hypercapnia, respiratory acidosis, and if unrecognized organ dysfunction.
Hamilton Medical is recalling breathing circuit sets that may have a crack in the blue tubing. This crack can cause rebreathing of exhaled gases, potentially leading to respiratory problems if not detected.
The blue tubing may have a crack that compromises the circuit's ability to deliver fresh gas. This can cause rebreathing of exhaled gases, leading to hypercapnia, respiratory acidosis, and potential organ dysfunction if not recognized.
Healthcare professionals using Hamilton C1, T1, or MR1 ventilators with the recalled breathing circuit sets are most at risk. Patients on these ventilators could experience respiratory issues if the crack is not addressed.
Check for the reference number 260128 on the breathing circuit set. Affected units were sold with Hamilton C1, T1, or MR1 ventilators and have serial lots 199675 or 199676.
Inspect the blue tubing for cracks or damage. If found, stop using the circuit immediately.
The recalled breathing circuits are used with Hamilton C1, T1, and MR1 ventilators.
Check for reference number 260128 and serial lots 199675 or 199676 on the circuit set.
Stop using the circuit immediately and contact Hamilton Medical for further instructions.
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Subject: Recall Z-2167-2025 — Hamilton Medical Hamilton Medical Hello, I own a Hamilton Medical that is covered by recall Z-2167-2025 from Hamilton Medical. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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