Draeger recalls VentStar Anesthesia 180 breathing circuits due to potential Y-piece detachment causing ventilation leaks. All units are affected. Contact for return instructions.
Y-piece may become detached from the ventilation hose either before or during the ventilation process, a leak will be caused that can hinder ventilation of the patient.
Dra: Draeger Medical recalls VentStar Anesthesia 180 breathing circuits because a Y-piece can detach during use, causing leaks that may hinder patient ventilation. This is a serious risk for medical use.
The Y-piece can become detached from the ventilation hose during use, creating a leak that prevents proper patient ventilation. This could lead to inadequate oxygen delivery and potential harm to the patient.
Healthcare providers using VentStar Anesthesia 180 breathing circuits are affected. Patients receiving anesthesia through these circuits are at risk of ventilation issues.
Check for VentStar Anesthesia 180 breathing circuits with order number MP00333. All lots are affected, so any unit from this product line is included.
Immediately stop using the VentStar Anesthesia 180 breathing circuit if it has order number MP00333.
No, the VentStar Anesthesia 180 breathing circuit with order number MP00333 is not safe to use due to the risk of Y-piece detachment causing ventilation leaks.
Check for VentStar Anesthesia 180 breathing circuits with order number MP00333. All lots are affected.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Draeger Medical for instructions on returning the product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Draeger to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1177-2021 — Draeger Draeger Hello, I own a Draeger that is covered by recall Z-1177-2021 from Draeger. 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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