Teleflex recalls specific models of uncuffed oral endotracheal tubes due to reported disconnections at the 15mm connector. Affected units may disconnect during use, posing a risk of airway obstruction.
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 indicate the 15mm connector can disconnect from the tube. This disconnection could lead to airway obstruction if the tube becomes disconnected during medical procedures.
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 airway obstruction and potential respiratory distress.
Healthcare professionals using these tubes during medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving intubation with the affected models could experience airway obstruction if the connector disconnects.
Check for the model name 'Preformed AGT Oral Endotracheal Tube uncuffed/plain' and the batch numbers listed: 18GG26, 18GT26, 18JG14, 19AG21, 19CG07, 19CT69, 19DT42, 19ET34, 19FT29, 19HT04, 19IT43, 19KT17, 19LT08, 20DT15, 20DT24, 20ET56, KME20K1810, KME20M0946, KME20M2783, KME21A2389, KME21B0075, KME21B1923, KME22D1514, KME22F2666, KME22G0172, KME22G1751.
Inspect the 15mm connector on the tube for signs of disconnection or damage.
Teleflex reports that the 15mm connector on these specific models can disconnect during use, potentially causing airway obstruction.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so healthcare providers should check for disconnection risk and use alternative tubes if needed.
Yes, the affected batch numbers are listed: 18GG26, 18GT26, 18JG14, 19AG21, 19CG07, 19CT69, 19DT42, 19ET34, 19FT29, 19HT04, 19IT43, 19KT17, 19LT08, 20DT15, 20DT24, 20ET56, KME20K1810, KME20M0946, KME20M2783, KME21A2389, KME21B0075, KME21B1923, KME22D1514, KME22F2666, KME22G0172, KME22G1751.
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Subject: Recall Z-1861-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex Hello, I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1861-2023 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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