Smiths Medical recalls Portex Blue Line Ultra Trache: Incorrect size inner cannula may cause improper airway maintenance for tracheostomized patients.
Packaged with an incorrect size inner cannula.
Smiths Medical is recalling Portex Blue Line Ultra Tracheostomy Tube Inner Cannulas that came with an incorrect size. This could lead to improper airway maintenance for patients with tracheostomies.
The inner cannula was packaged with the wrong size, which could lead to improper airway maintenance. This might cause breathing difficulties if the cannula doesn't fit correctly.
Patients with tracheostomies who use this specific inner cannula may be affected. Healthcare providers using the recalled product are most at risk.
Check for the product code 100/856/080 and lot number 3578884 on the package. The product is labeled as Portex Blue Line Ultra Tracheostomy Tube Inner Cannula.
Look for product code 100/856/080 and lot number 3578884 on the package.
Portex Blue Line Ultra Tracheostomy Tube Inner Cannula with product code 100/856/080 and lot number 3578884.
The inner cannula was packaged with an incorrect size, which could lead to improper airway maintenance for tracheostomized patients.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so check the product details and contact Smiths Medical for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smiths Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1732-2019 — Smiths Medical Smiths Medical Hello, I own a Smiths Medical that is covered by recall Z-1732-2019 from Smiths 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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