Medline recalls certain Clearpro Double Swivel Closed Suction Catheters due to potential connector separation during patient suctioning, which could cause injury. Affected units have specific lot numbers and model identifiers.
Potential for the suction catheter to come apart from the green connector near the thumb valve. The connector is coming apart from the assembled device when pulling the catheter out of the artificial airway in the patient suctioning process.
Medline is recalling specific models of Clearpro Double Swivel Closed Suction Catheters because the green connector near the thumb valve may come apart during use. This could lead to injury if the catheter separates while suctioning a patient. Affected units have unique lot numbers and model identifiers.
The suction catheter's green connector near the thumb valve may separate from the catheter when pulled out of the patient's airway during suctioning. This separation could cause the catheter to become dislodged, potentially leading to injury if it moves inside the airway.
Healthcare professionals using the recalled suction catheters for patient care are most at risk. Patients receiving suctioning treatment with the affected units could be impacted if the catheter separates during use.
Check for the product label showing 'ET LENGTH DOUBLE SWIVEL' with item numbers DYNCPDS12, DYNCPDS14, or DYNCPDS16. Affected units have specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for the item number on the label: DYNCPDS12, DYNCPDS14, or DYNCPDS16.
Confirm the lot numbers match those listed in the recall notice: 6922040021, 6921050011, 6921070011, and others.
The suction catheter's green connector near the thumb valve may come apart during use, potentially causing injury if the catheter separates while suctioning a patient.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy for the product. Affected units should be checked against the listed lot numbers and item numbers to determine if they are recalled.
Check the product label for item numbers DYNCPDS12, DYNCPDS14, or DYNCPDS16 and verify the lot numbers match those listed in the recall notice.
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Subject: Recall Z-1855-2022 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-1855-2022 from Medline. 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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