Teleflex recalls specific endotracheal tubes due to reported disconnection of 15mm connectors. Affected models have batch numbers listed in the recall notice.
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 from the tube. This could lead to breathing issues during medical procedures if the tube becomes disconnected.
The 15mm connector on these endotracheal 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 problems or the need for immediate re-intubation.
Healthcare professionals using these endotracheal tubes in medical settings are most at risk. Patients receiving intubation with the affected tubes could experience breathing difficulties.
Check for batch numbers: 18FG02, 18IG29, 18KG28, 19AG39, 19BG02, 19CT64, 19GT31, 19IT33, 20DT18, KME20G0435, KME20K2579, KME21K0764, KME21K1278, KME22B0079, KME22B0080, KME22E2802, KME22H2250. The product has a unique identifier 14026704341266.
Inspect the 15mm connector on the endotracheal tube for signs of disconnection or damage.
Batch numbers 18FG02, 18IG29, 18KG28, 19AG39, 19BG02, 19CT64, 19GT31, 19IT33, 20DT18, KME20G0435, KME20K2579, KME21K0764, KME21K1278, KME22B0079, KME22B0080, KME22E2802, KME22H2250.
Look for the batch numbers listed in the recall notice or check the unique identifier 14026704341266 on the product.
The recall notice does not specify a fix or remedy for this issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1881-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex Hello, I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1881-2023 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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