Draeger Medical recalls VentStar Watertrap 180 models due to risk of breathing circuit detachment during ventilation. Affected units have specific UDI-DI numbers and all lots.
Glued connections of the breathing circuit can become loose before or during ventilation resulting in partial or complete detachment of pieces.
Draeger Medical is recalling VentStar Watertrap 18:0 models because glued connections can become loose, potentially causing parts to detach during ventilation. This could lead to breathing issues if the device is used improperly.
Glued connections in the breathing circuit can loosen over time, causing pieces to detach during ventilation. This may lead to partial or complete detachment of parts, potentially disrupting the patient's breathing.
Medical professionals using VentStar Watertrap 180 devices for ventilation are most at risk. Patients using these devices could experience breathing complications if the circuit detaches.
Check for the VentStar Watertrap (N) 180 model with UDI-DI number 04048675421993. All lots of this product are affected.
Look for the VentStar Watertrap (N) 180 model with UDI-DI number 04048675421993.
The product is not safe for use as the glued connections can become loose, potentially causing breathing circuit detachment during ventilation.
Check for the VentStar Watertrap (N) 180 model with UDI-DI number 04048675421993. All lots of this product are affected.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Draeger Medical for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Draeger Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1449-2023 — Draeger Medical Draeger Medical Hello, I own a Draeger Medical that is covered by recall Z-1449-2023 from Draeger Medical. 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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