Smiths Medical recalls pediatric tracheostomy tubes with incorrect expiration date labeling on the box. The box shows 3/17/2021 but the tube itself expires 3/17/2026. This may cause confusion in medical use.
The unit box is labeled with an incorrect expiration date (the manufacturing date of 3/17/2021) but the individual packaging contains the correct expiration date (3/17/2026).
Smiths Medical is recalling pediatric tracheostomy tubes with an incorrect expiration date on the box. The box lists a manufacturing date of March 17, 2021, but the tube's actual expiration is March 17, 2026. This could lead to confusion about when the tube expires, potentially affecting medical use.
The unit box incorrectly shows an expiration date of March 17, 2021, while the individual tube packaging shows an expiration date of March 17, 2026. This mismatch could cause confusion about the tube's expiration date, but it does not pose a direct safety risk to patients.
Healthcare providers using Smiths Medical Portex Bivona Pediatric Tracheostomy Tubes, Model 60P045, Sterile. Patients receiving these tubes are at low risk since the issue is labeling, not a safety hazard.
Check for the model number 60P045 on the tube packaging. The box should show the expiration date as March 17, 2026, but the record indicates the box has an incorrect date of March 17, 2021.
Compare the expiration date on the box (should be March 17, 2026) with the tube's packaging (which shows March 17, 2026).
The box incorrectly lists an expiration date of March 17, 2021, while the tube itself expires March 17, 2026. This labeling error could cause confusion but does not pose a safety risk.
No, this is a labeling error that does not affect the tube's safety. The tube is still safe to use as long as the expiration date on the packaging is followed.
Look for the model number 60P045 on the tube packaging. The box shows an incorrect expiration date of March 17, 2021, but the tube expires March 17, 2026.
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Subject: Recall Z-0205-2024 — Smiths Medical Smiths Medical Hello, I own a Smiths Medical that is covered by recall Z-0205-2024 from Smiths 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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