Teleflex recalls specific endotracheal tubes due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection. Affected models include batch numbers 18GG15 through KME23B0782. Consumers should check their tube's batch number 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 because reports indicate 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 endotracheal tubes can disconnect during use, potentially causing breathing difficulties if the tube becomes separated from the patient's airway. This disconnection may occur during medical procedures requiring the tube.
Healthcare professionals and patients using the recalled endotracheal tubes during medical procedures. Those with the specific batch numbers listed in the recall are most at risk.
Check the batch number on the tube's packaging or label. Affected products include batch numbers starting with 18GG15 through KME23B0782, as listed in the recall notice.
Look for the batch number on the tube's packaging or label to determine if it is affected.
Reach out to Teleflex for further instructions on how to address the issue with the recalled tube.
Reports indicate the 15mm connector can disconnect from the tube, potentially causing breathing difficulties during medical procedures.
Affected batch numbers include 18GG15, 18GG26, 18HG25, 18IG04, 18IG14, 18IG29, 18JG08, 18JG35, 18KG08, 18LG01, 19BG12, 19DT13, 19GT35, 19KT13, 19LT50, 20CT11, 20FT43, 20GT22, 20GT37, KME20H0783, KME20J2818, KME20J2819, KME20J2846, KME20K0469, KME20M1075, KME21B0085, KME21B1134, KME21B1828, KME21C1577, KME21C2244, KME21C2444, KME21D2950, KME21D2951, KME22D2158, KME22D2478, KME22E0295, KME22E0608, KME22E0909, KME22E0911, KME22E1313, KME22E2291, KME22J3174, KME22K2663, KME22K2686, KME22M0003, KME22M1623, KME23A2310, KME23B0782.
No, the recall requires checking the batch number and contacting Teleflex for further instructions. The hazard does not require immediate discontinuation of use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1936-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex Hello, I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1936-2023 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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