Covidien recalls 40:00mL Premium Urine Meters with defective temperature sensors that show lower body temperatures than actual. Affected units have specific item codes and were sold in the US.
The temperature sensor catheters may be defective in that they will show a lower body temperature measurement than the actual temperature of the patient.
Covidien is recalling urine meters that may show lower body temperature readings than actual. This could lead to incorrect medical decisions if the device is used for patient monitoring.
The temperature sensors in these urine meters may provide inaccurate readings by showing a lower body temperature than the actual temperature. This could lead to incorrect medical decisions if the device is used for patient monitoring.
Urine meter users, particularly healthcare professionals and patients with medical monitoring needs. Those using the device for temperature measurement are most at risk.
Check for the item code P4P16TSD on the product label. The product was sold with specific serial numbers: 1733952664 and 1735258064.
Look for the item code P4P16TSD on the product label to confirm if it's affected.
The temperature sensors may show a lower body temperature than actual, which could lead to incorrect medical decisions.
Check for the item code P4P16TSD on the product label. Affected units have serial numbers 1733952664 and 1735258064.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3206-2018 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-3206-2018 from Covidien. 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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