Draeger Medical recalls Ventstar Coax 230 devices due to risk of breathing circuit detachment during ventilation. All units are affected.
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 Coax 23:0 devices 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.
The breathing circuit's glued connections can loosen over time, causing pieces to detach during ventilation. This could interrupt the device's function and lead to breathing problems if the circuit becomes disconnected.
People using Ventstar Coax 230 devices for medical ventilation are affected. Those with breathing assistance needs are at higher risk.
Check for the Ventstar Coax 230 model with UDI-DI number 04048675545613. All units are affected regardless of purchase date or lot.
Verify the model number and UDI-DI code to confirm if your device is affected.
The recall record does not mention a remedy or fix.
All units of the Ventstar Coax 230 with UDI-DI code 04048675545613 are affected.
The recall does not specify a stop-use instruction, so you can continue using it but should check for loose connections.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Draeger Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1457-2023 — Draeger Medical Draeger Medical Hello, I own a Draeger Medical that is covered by recall Z-1457-2023 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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