Degania Silicone recalls sterile temperature-sensing catheters that may show inaccurate low body temperature readings during surgery or post-surgery care. Affected units have specific catalog numbers and require immediate action.
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 sterile temperature-sensing catheters that may show lower body temperature readings than actual. This could lead to incorrect medical decisions during surgery or recovery if the catheter is used without proper temperature monitoring.
The catheters contain defective temperature sensors that may display a lower body temperature than the actual temperature. This could cause healthcare providers to make incorrect medical decisions, such as stopping necessary treatments or delaying critical care.
Healthcare professionals using these catheters during surgery or post-surgical care are most at risk. Patients receiving this specific catheter for temperature monitoring during medical procedures may be affected.
Check for the catalog number 102201101080MD on the catheter packaging or label. These are sterile, single-use catheters with a thermistor embedded in the third lumen, intended for use during surgery or post-surgical periods.
Look for the catalog number 102201101080MD 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 temperature, which could lead to incorrect medical decisions.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Degania Silicone directly for guidance.
The recall record states the catheters may show inaccurate temperature readings, so they are not safe for use without proper monitoring.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Degania Silicone to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2776-2018 — Degania Silicone Degania Silicone Hello, I own a Degania Silicone that is covered by recall Z-2776-2018 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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