Teleflex recalls specific endotracheal tubes for potential disconnection of the 15mm connector, which could lead to breathing issues during medical procedures.
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 may disconnect from the tube. This could cause breathing problems for patients during medical procedures if the tube becomes disconnected.
The 15mm connector on the affected endotracheal tubes may become disconnected during use. This disconnection could interrupt the patient's airway, leading to breathing problems or medical emergencies if the tube is not properly secured.
Healthcare professionals using these endotracheal tubes during medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these tubes could experience breathing difficulties if the connector disconnects.
Check for the model number 14026704340634 and batch numbers listed in the recall notice. The affected tubes were sold with specific batch codes including 18HG08 through 20GT37.
Inspect the 15mm connector on the endotracheal tube for signs of disconnection or damage.
Teleflex is recalling these endotracheal tubes after reports of the 15mm connector disconnecting from the tube during use.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Teleflex directly for guidance on whether to stop using the tube or take other actions.
Yes, affected batch numbers include 18HG08, 18IG13, 18JG35, 18LG31, 19BG15, 19CT16, 19ET31, 19HT07, 19HT79, 19LT28, 20GT37, and others listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1927-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex Hello, I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1927-2023 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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