Teleflex recalls specific endotracheal tubes due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection. Affected models include batch numbers 18FG12 to KME22K2267. Consumers should check their product details and contact Teleflex for guidance.
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 indicate the 15mm connector can disconnect from the tube. This could lead to breathing issues during medical procedures. Affected products have specific batch numbers listed in the recall.
The 15mm connector on the affected endotracheal tubes has been reported to disconnect during use. This disconnection could interrupt the tube's connection to the patient's airway, potentially causing breathing difficulties or requiring immediate medical intervention.
Healthcare professionals and medical facilities using the affected endotracheal tubes are most at risk. Patients receiving these tubes during procedures may face breathing complications if the connector disconnects.
Check for batch numbers listed in the recall: 18FG12 through KME22K2267. The product is identified by the reference number 112082070 and has a unique identifier (UDI/DI) of 14026704341426.
Identify your endotracheal tube's batch number and reference number to confirm if it's affected.
Reach out to Teleflex for further guidance on the recall and potential remedies.
Teleflex is recalling these endotracheal tubes after reports of the 15mm connector disconnecting from the tube during use.
Check the batch number on your tube; affected products have batch numbers from 18FG12 to KME22K2267.
Contact Teleflex directly for instructions on how to handle the affected product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1888-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex Hello, I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1888-2023 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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