Degania Silicone recalls temperature sensing catheters 18FR with defective sensors that may show lower body temperature than actual patient temperature during surgery or post-op care. Affected units have specific catalogue numbers and were sold in certain regions.
The catheters are suspected to contain defective sensors; if used, defective catheter will show lower body temperature than the actual body temperature of a patient.
Degania Silicone is recalling temperature sensing catheters that may show inaccurate body temperature readings. This could lead to improper medical decisions during surgery or recovery if the catheter gives false low readings.
The catheters contain defective temperature sensors that could show lower body temperature than the actual temperature. This might cause medical staff to misjudge a patient's condition, potentially leading to incorrect treatment decisions during critical care.
Healthcare professionals using these catheters during surgery or post-surgical care are most at risk. Patients receiving this type of catheter for temperature monitoring during medical procedures may be affected.
Check for the catalogue number 102203101863DO on the catheter packaging or label. These are sterile, single-use silicone catheters with a thermistor embedded in the third lumen, intended for urinary drainage and temperature monitoring during surgery or post-surgical periods.
Look for the catalogue number 102203101863DO on the catheter packaging or label to confirm if it is affected.
The catheters are suspected to contain defective sensors that may show lower body temperature than the actual body temperature of a patient.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or action steps for affected users.
Check for the catalogue number 102203101863DO on the catheter packaging or label. These are sterile, single-use silicone catheters with a thermistor embedded in the third lumen.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Degania Silicone to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2783-2018 — Degania Silicone Degania Silicone Hello, I own a Degania Silicone that is covered by recall Z-2783-2018 from Degania Silicone. 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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