Teleflex recalls specific models of uncuffed oral endotracheal tubes due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection. Affected products include batch numbers 18FG31 to 20CT05 and KME21 series. Consumers should check their tube's batch number or UDI/DI code to determine if recalled.
Reports of disconnection of the 15mm connector from the endotracheal tube (ET tube) for the affected products.
Teleflex is recalling certain uncuffed oral endotracheal tubes because reports show the 15mm connector can disconnect from the tube. This could lead to breathing difficulties during medical procedures if the tube becomes disconnected.
The 15mm connector on the affected tubes has been reported to disconnect during use. This disconnection could cause the tube to become unplugged from the patient's airway, leading to breathing difficulties or potential medical emergencies.
Healthcare professionals using these tubes during medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these tubes during surgery or critical care may experience breathing issues if the connector disconnects.
Check the tube's batch number or UDI/DI code (14026704340559) on the packaging. Affected products include batch numbers starting with 18FG31 through 20CT05 and KME21 series codes.
Look for the batch number on the tube packaging or label, which may start with 18FG31 through 20CT05 or KME21 series codes.
If you use this tube in medical procedures, contact your healthcare provider to determine if your tube is affected and if a replacement is needed.
Yes, if the 15mm connector disconnects, it could cause breathing difficulties or medical emergencies during procedures.
Check the batch number or UDI/DI code on the tube packaging. Affected products include batch numbers starting with 18FG31 through 20CT05 and KME21 series codes.
No, but healthcare providers should check if the tube is affected before using it in procedures.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1872-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex Hello, I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1872-2023 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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