Burlington Medical recalls thyroid collars with buckle closure (product number TS4) due to potential inadequate radiation protection, which may increase cancer risk with long-term exposure.
The protective material used in the manufacture of the products could potentially provide inadequate protection for the product user. Use of the products could expose the user to scatter radiation of varying degrees depending on many different variables (e.g., distance, shielding, position, time, kV, etc.). Long-term exposure to scatter radiation may increase the risk of cancer, infertility, or other health-related conditions.
Burlington Medical is recalling thyroid collars with buckle closure (product number TS4) because the protective material may not provide enough shielding against scatter radiation during medical procedures. Long-term exposure could increase the risk of cancer, infertility, or other health issues.
The protective material in these thyroid collars may not shield users adequately from scatter radiation generated during medical imaging. This radiation can vary in intensity based on factors like distance, shielding, position, and time, potentially increasing cancer risk or causing infertility with prolonged exposure.
Healthcare workers who use these thyroid collars during fluoroscopy or radiography procedures are most at risk. The recall affects specific model numbers and serial numbers listed in the notice.
Check for the product number TS4 and part numbers RBTS4-R, RBTS4-T2T, RETS4-R, RLTS4-R, RLTS4-SEP, or serial numbers listed in the recall notice. These collars are designed for use by healthcare workers during medical imaging procedures.
Verify if your thyroid collar has the product number TS4 or listed part numbers and serial numbers from the recall notice.
The protective material used in the manufacture of these thyroid collars could provide inadequate protection against scatter radiation during medical procedures, potentially increasing cancer risk or infertility with long-term exposure.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy; you should check if your product has the listed product number or serial numbers and contact Burlington Medical for further guidance.
The recall indicates the protective material may not provide adequate shielding, so long-term use could pose health risks. The manufacturer recommends checking if your product is affected and contacting them for advice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Burlington Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2122-2019 — Burlington Medical Burlington Medical Hello, I own a Burlington Medical that is covered by recall Z-2122-2019 from Burlington 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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