Draeger Medical recalls VentStar Basic (N) 180 breathing circuits due to risk of Y-piece detachment causing ventilation leaks. All units are affected.
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 Basic (N) 180 breathing circuits because a Y-piece may detach during use, causing leaks that could hinder patient ventilation. This is a serious hazard for medical use.
The Y-piece in the breathing circuit can become detached during ventilation, creating a leak that prevents proper gas flow to the patient. This could lead to inadequate ventilation and potential harm to the patient.
Healthcare professionals using VentStar Basic (N) 180 breathing circuits for anesthesia or ventilation are affected. Patients receiving care through these circuits are at risk of inadequate ventilation.
Check for VentStar Basic (N) 180 breathing circuits with order number MP00353. These were sold for use in anesthesia machines or ventilators.
Immediately stop using the VentStar Basic (N) 180 breathing circuits with order number MP00353 as they can cause leaks during ventilation.
The Y-piece may detach during ventilation, causing leaks that can hinder patient ventilation.
A leak can occur that prevents proper gas flow to the patient, potentially causing inadequate ventilation.
Check for VentStar Basic (N) 180 breathing circuits with order number MP00353, which were sold for anesthesia or ventilation use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Draeger to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1178-2021 — Draeger Draeger Hello, I own a Draeger that is covered by recall Z-1178-2021 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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