Avanos Medical recalls Haylard Closed Suction Systems for neonates/pediatrics with potential blocked catheters that may cause inadequate suction and oxygen desaturation. Affected units include specific model numbers and lot codes from 2022-2024.
Avanos Medical has received reports stating that the central lumen of some 5 Fr Neonate/Pediatric Closed Suction Catheters may be fully blocked or partially blocked. This may cause the closed suction catheters (CSCs) to inadequately suction secretions and/or saline fluids form the patient's airway to prevent oxygen desaturation.
Avanos Medical is recalling Haylard Closed Suction Systems for neonates and pediatrics due to a risk that the catheters may become blocked, which could lead to inadequate suction of airway secretions and oxygen desaturation. This is serious for infants and children who require these devices.
The central lumen of some 5 Fr Neonate/Pediatric Closed Suction Catheters may become fully or partially blocked. This can cause the catheters to inadequately remove secretions and fluids from the patient's airway, potentially leading to oxygen desaturation.
Healthcare providers using the Haylard Closed Suction System for neonates and pediatric patients are most at risk. The affected units are specific model numbers and lot codes sold between 2022 and 2024.
Check for the product name 'Haylard Closed Suction System for Neonates/Pediatrics, 5 Fr' with specific model numbers: REF 195, REF 201, REF 202, or REF 195-5 Y-Adapter. Look for lot codes and expiration dates listed in the recall notice.
Identify the product model and lot code by checking the packaging or label for the specific reference numbers and expiration dates listed in the recall notice.
Reach out to Avanos Medical directly for assistance with the recall process or to confirm if your unit is affected.
Yes, the blocked catheters can cause inadequate suction of airway secretions, potentially leading to oxygen desaturation in neonates and pediatric patients.
Check for the specific model numbers (REF 195, REF 201, REF 202, or REF 195-5 Y-Adapter) and lot codes with expiration dates listed in the recall notice.
Contact Avanos Medical directly to confirm if your unit is affected and to receive guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Avanos Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0788-2020 — Avanos Medical Avanos Medical Hello, I own a Avanos Medical that is covered by recall Z-0788-2020 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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