Covidien recalls Shiley Adult Flexible Tracheostomy Tubes with TaperGuard Cuff Reusable Inner Cannula due to potential disconnection causing respiratory failure or death.
Tracheostomy tube with cuff reusable inner cannula has a flange that may disconnect from the outer cannula of the device, which could cause respiratory failure, aspiration, unspecified tissue injury, aspiration, respiratory tract infection, bronchospasm, a delay to treatment and/or death.
Covidien is recalling Shiley Adult Flexible Tracheostomy Tubes with TaperGuard Cuff Reusable Inner Cannula (REF: 7CN80R) because a flange may disconnect from the outer cannula, risking respiratory failure, aspiration, or death. This is a serious hazard that requires immediate attention.
The flange on the reusable inner cannula may disconnect from the outer cannula during use. This disconnection can lead to respiratory failure, aspiration, tissue injury, infection, or death if the tube no longer provides proper airway support.
Adult patients with tracheostomies who use this specific tube model are most at risk. Healthcare providers and caregivers who have this tube in their possession should also take action.
Look for the product name 'Shiley Adult Flexible Tracheostomy Tube with TaperGuard Cuff Reusable Inner Cannula' and the reference number 7CN80R. The tube may have a lot number starting with 202405258X and expire by June 1, 2029.
Immediately stop using the recalled tracheostomy tube as it may disconnect and cause serious harm.
The specific model is Shiley Adult Flexible Tracheostomy Tube with TaperGuard Cuff Reusable Inner Cannula, REF: 7CN80R.
Check the product name and reference number 7CN80R on the tube. Look for the lot number starting with 202405258X and expiration date of June 1, 2029.
Immediately stop using it and contact your healthcare provider for guidance on safe alternatives.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1390-2025 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1390-2025 from Covidien. 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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