Teleflex Slick Set Endotracheal Tube Recall: Risk of Disconnection

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Recalling firmTELEFLEX LLC3015 Carrington Mill Blvd, N/A · Morrisville, NC 27560-5437

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What happened, in plain English

Teleflex is recalling Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set products because reports indicate the 15mm connector can disconnect from the endotracheal tube. This could lead to breathing issues during medical procedures if the tube becomes disconnected.

Why it’s dangerous

The 15mm connector on the endotracheal tube can disconnect during use, potentially causing breathing problems. This disconnection risk is specific to the affected product model and batch numbers.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals using these tubes during medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving care with the affected products could experience breathing difficulties if disconnection occurs.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set', reference number REF 1700100, and batch numbers 18IG06 or 18KG44. The unique device identifier (UDI/DI) 4026704319633 is also associated with these units.

Brand
Teleflex
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Identify the product by checking for reference number REF 1700100 and batch numbers 18IG06 or 18KG44.

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Questions people ask

Is this product dangerous if it disconnects?

Yes, disconnection could cause breathing issues during medical procedures.

How can I tell if I have the recalled product?

Look for reference number REF 1700100, batch numbers 18IG06 or 18KG44, and unique device identifier 4026704319633.

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Teleflex for further instructions.

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Subject: Recall Z-1860-2023 — Teleflex Teleflex

Hello,

I own a Teleflex that is covered by recall Z-1860-2023 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1860-2023 (May 25, 2023) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1860-2023 to see it in context.
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TELEFLEX LLC recalls Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set, oral/nasal, REF 1700100

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