Teleflex Medical recalls specific sizes of Sheridan LTS tracheal tubes due to reported disconnections causing oxygenation issues. Affected units include 4.0mm, 5.0mm, and 6.0mm models with listed batch numbers.
Reported complaints indicate an increased incidence of specific lots of the 15 mm Sheridan connector becoming disconnected from the endotracheal tube (ETT). Disconnection from the breathing circuit may result in insufficient oxygenation, requiring medical intervention.
Teleflex Medical is recalling specific sizes of Sheridan LTS tracheal tubes that may disconnect from breathing tubes, risking insufficient oxygen. This could require medical intervention if the tube becomes disconnected during use.
The recalled tubes have reported disconnections from the endotracheal tube, which can lead to insufficient oxygenation. This may require medical intervention to address breathing problems.
Healthcare professionals using tracheal tubes for airway management are most at risk. Patients receiving these tubes during medical procedures could experience oxygenation issues if the connection fails.
Check for the model size (4.0mm, 5.0mm, or 6.0mm) and batch numbers listed in the recall notice. The product is used for tracheal tube/airway management.
Identify the tube size (4.0mm, 5.0mm, or 6.0mm) and batch number from the recall list.
Reach out to Teleflex Medical for guidance on next steps if the tube is affected.
Reported complaints indicate increased disconnections of specific lots of the 15 mm Sheridan connector from the endotracheal tube, which can lead to insufficient oxygenation.
The affected models are 4.0mm (REF 5-11108), 5.0mm (REF 5-11110), and 6.0mm (REF 5-11112) with specific batch numbers listed in the recall.
No immediate stop is required, but affected units should be checked and contacted with Teleflex Medical for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teleflex Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2311-2019 — Teleflex Medical Teleflex Medical Hello, I own a Teleflex Medical that is covered by recall Z-2311-2019 from Teleflex 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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