Degania Silicone recalls temperature sensor catheters that may show lower body temperature readings than actual, risking inaccurate surgical monitoring. Affected models include V17002337, V17003078, V17016095, V17020364.
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 sensor catheters that may show lower body temperature readings than actual. This could lead to inaccurate surgical monitoring, potentially causing complications during procedures.
The catheters contain defective temperature sensors that may display lower body temperature readings than the actual patient temperature. This could lead to incorrect surgical monitoring decisions, such as stopping procedures prematurely or delaying necessary interventions.
Healthcare professionals using the catheters for surgical temperature monitoring during procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these catheters may experience inaccurate temperature readings.
Check for model numbers V17002337, V17003078, V17016095, or V17020364 on the catheter packaging. These are sterile, single-use silicone catheters with a thermistor embedded in the third lumen.
Look for model numbers V17002337, V17003078, V17016095, or V17020364 on the catheter packaging.
The catheters are suspected to contain defective sensors that may show lower body temperature readings than actual, risking inaccurate surgical monitoring.
Check the model number on the packaging. If it matches V17002337, V17003078, V17016095, or V17020364, contact Degania Silicone for instructions.
The recall states the catheters may show lower body temperature readings than actual, which could lead to inaccurate surgical monitoring. However, the record does not specify a risk of serious injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Degania Silicone to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2757-2018 — Degania Silicone Degania Silicone Hello, I own a Degania Silicone that is covered by recall Z-2757-2018 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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