Teleflex recalls specific endotracheal tubes due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection. Affected models include REF 112080060 with listed batch numbers. Stop using immediately to prevent potential injury.
Reports of disconnection of the 15mm connector from the endotracheal tube (ET tube) for the affected products.
Teleflex is recalling certain endotracheal tubes because reports show the 15mm connector can disconnect. This could lead to breathing issues during medical procedures if the tube becomes disconnected.
The 15mm connector on the endotracheal tube can disconnect during use, potentially causing the tube to become dislodged from the patient's airway. This could lead to breathing difficulties or other complications if not addressed promptly.
Healthcare professionals using these endotracheal tubes in medical settings are most at risk. Patients receiving intubation procedures with the affected models may also be impacted.
Check for the product model REF 112080060 with batch numbers listed in the record: 18GG26, 18GT08, 18GT11, 18IG22, 18IT18, 18JG33, 19AG39, 19ET31, 19GT25, 19IT20, 19KT14, 19KT47, 20AT58, 20CT13, 20FT66, KME20J1463, KME21K0521, KME22A2893, KME22B2215, KME22C2044, KME22G2998, KME22J0859.
Inspect the 15mm connector on the endotracheal tube for signs of disconnection or damage.
Teleflex is recalling these endotracheal tubes after reports of the 15mm connector disconnecting during use.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Teleflex directly for guidance on next steps.
Yes, the affected batch numbers are listed in the recall: 18GG26, 18GT08, 18GT11, 18IG22, 18IT18, 18JG33, 19AG39, 19ET31, 19GT25, 19IT20, 19KT14, 19KT47, 20AT58, 20CT13, 20FT66, KME20J1463, KME21K0521, KME22A2893, KME22B2215, KME22C2044, KME22G2998, KME22J0859.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1959-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex Hello, I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1959-2023 from Teleflex. 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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