Avanos Medical recalls PEG kits with potentially larger retention bolsters that may cause improper tube fit during medical procedures.
The External Retention Bolster contained in the kit may be a larger diameter than the tube.
Avanos Medical is recalling PEG kits that may have a retention bolster too large for the tube, which could lead to improper placement. This affects patients receiving gastrostomy tube procedures.
The retention bolster in the kit might be larger than the tube, causing improper placement during the procedure. This could lead to complications like tube displacement or incorrect positioning.
Patients who have received a PEG tube procedure using the recalled kits are most at risk. Healthcare providers using these kits for medical procedures may also be affected.
Check for kit codes 7160-20 (Lots 30116959, 30132543, 30132545, 30132546) or 7640-20 (Lot 30129345). These kits were sold for medical procedures.
Verify the kit code and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your kit is affected.
The recall indicates a potential risk of improper tube fit, but the hazard level is low risk as the remedy does not require immediate discontinuation.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the kit details against the listed codes to determine if it is affected.
Look for kit codes 7160-20 (Lots 30116959, 30132543, 30132545, 30132546) or 7640-20 (Lot 30129345) on the product label.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Avanos Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0565-2022 — Avanos Medical Avanos Medical Hello, I own a Avanos Medical that is covered by recall Z-0565-2022 from Avanos 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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