Teleflex recalls specific endotracheal tubes due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection. Affected models include oral/nasal Murphy Eye tubes with high volume, low pressure cuffs. Consumers should check batch numbers and contact Teleflex for details.
Reports of disconnection of the 15mm connector from the endotracheal tube (ET tube) for the affected products.
Teleflex is recalling certain endotracheal tubes that may have a 15mm connector that disconnects. This could lead to breathing issues during medical procedures. Affected products have specific batch numbers and reference codes listed in the recall.
The 15mm connector on the affected tubes may disconnect during use, potentially causing breathing problems for patients. This disconnection can happen when the tube is being connected to medical equipment or during patient movement.
Healthcare professionals and medical facilities using the recalled endotracheal tubes are most at risk. Patients receiving these tubes during procedures could face breathing difficulties if the connector disconnects.
Check the product's reference number (REF) 112082060 and batch numbers listed in the recall. Affected tubes have specific batch codes like 18GG13, 18GG15, and others starting with KME20 or KME21.
Look for the reference number 112082060 and batch numbers such as 18GG13, 18GG15, or KME20 series codes on the tube packaging or label.
Reach out to Teleflex directly for further assistance or to confirm if your specific tube is affected.
Teleflex reports that the 15mm connector on these specific tubes may disconnect, which could cause breathing issues during medical procedures.
Affected batch numbers include 18GG13, 18GG15, 18HG07, and many others starting with KME20 or KME21 as listed in the recall.
No, but healthcare professionals should check if their tubes are affected and contact Teleflex for guidance before using them 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-1886-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex Hello, I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1886-2023 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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