Kentec Medical recalls Ameritus ENFit feeding tubes due to possible cap fracture causing delayed feeding or unnecessary radiation exposure from x-rays.
Feeding tube plastic tethered closure cap may possibly fracture or break. Possible health hazards: (1) Enteral feeding and medication administration could be possibly delayed, until replacement tube is placed into patient (2) Patient could be unnecessarily overexposed to radiation if multiple x-rays are needed to confirm placement of a new tube, if x-ray is used as the placement confirmation method.
Kentec Medical is recalling Ameritus Polyurethane and Silicone Feeding Tubes because the plastic cap could break, potentially delaying feeding or requiring extra x-rays to check tube placement.
The plastic tethered closure cap might fracture during use. If it breaks, feeding could be delayed until a new tube is placed. Additionally, if x-rays are used to confirm tube placement, the patient might need extra x-rays due to the broken cap.
Patients using these feeding tubes for enteral nutrition are most at risk. Healthcare providers who administer these tubes may also be affected.
Check for catalog number ENF-Y60P-80 (6 fr. 80 cm ENFit Enteral Feeding Tube with Y-Port) or lot number KS1803011. These tubes were sold as sterile, single-use items.
Inspect the plastic tethered closure cap for signs of damage or weakness.
Reach out to Kentec Medical for specific guidance on whether to replace the tube.
The plastic tethered closure cap may fracture, potentially delaying feeding or requiring extra x-rays to confirm tube placement.
Check the tube's catalog number or lot number and contact Kentec Medical for guidance on whether to replace it.
The tube is safe to use until the cap might break, but the risk of breakage could delay feeding or require extra x-rays.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Kentec Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2520-2020 — Kentec Medical Kentec Medical Hello, I own a Kentec Medical that is covered by recall Z-2520-2020 from Kentec 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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