Medtronic Xomed recalls NIM EMG Endotracheal Tubes with specific part numbers due to reported airway obstruction risks during use. Affected units include REF 8229307J, 8229308J, and 8229306J.
The firm received reports of events related to airway obstruction while using NIM Standard Reinforced EMG Endotracheal Tubes & NIM CONTACT Reinforced EMG Endotracheal Tubes.
Medtronic Xomed is recalling three specific models of EMG endotracheal tubes because they have caused airway obstruction issues. This is serious for medical use, as it can lead to breathing difficulties during procedures.
The tubes can cause airway obstruction when used in medical procedures, leading to breathing difficulties. This is reported to happen during critical care situations where proper airway management is essential.
Healthcare professionals using these tubes during medical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery or critical care who receive these tubes may experience breathing problems.
Check for part numbers REF 8229307J, REF 8229308J, or REF 8229306J on the tubes. All lots of these models are affected, so verify the unique device identifier (UDI) numbers provided in the recall notice.
Identify the part number on the tube to see if it matches REF 8229307J, REF 8229308J, or REF 8229306J.
Reach out to Medtronic Xomed for guidance on next steps if the tube is affected.
The affected part numbers are REF 8229307J, REF 8229308J, and REF 8229306J.
Check the part number on the tube. If it matches REF 8229307J, REF 8229308J, or REF 8229306J, it is affected.
Contact Medtronic Xomed for guidance on next steps if the tube is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic Xomed to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1521-2022 — Medtronic Xomed Medtronic Xomed Hello, I own a Medtronic Xomed that is covered by recall Z-1521-2022 from Medtronic Xomed. 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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