Degania Silicone recalls nonsterile thermistor Foley catheters that may show lower body temperature readings than actual patient temperature during surgery or post-surgery care. This could lead to inaccurate temperature monitoring.
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 nonsterile thermistor Foley catheters that may show lower body temperature readings than actual patient temperature. This could lead to inaccurate temperature monitoring during surgery or post-surgical care, potentially affecting patient safety.
The catheters contain defective temperature sensors that may display a lower body temperature than the actual patient temperature. This could lead to inaccurate temperature readings during critical medical procedures, potentially causing improper treatment decisions.
Patients undergoing surgery or post-surgical care who use these catheters for temperature monitoring are at risk. Healthcare providers using these catheters for temperature monitoring during medical procedures are most affected.
Look for the product catalog number 102201101863MD on the catheter packaging. These catheters were sold with model numbers V17011921, V17026466, V17026467, and V17026862.
Verify the product catalog number on the catheter packaging to confirm if it matches 102201101863MD.
The recall states these catheters may show lower body temperature readings than actual patient temperature, so they are not safe for use without verification.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact the manufacturer directly for guidance.
Look for the product catalog number 102201101863MD on the packaging or model numbers V17011921, V17026466, V17026467, and V17026862.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Degania Silicone to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2777-2018 — Degania Silicone Degania Silicone Hello, I own a Degania Silicone that is covered by recall Z-2777-2018 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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