Halyard Health recalls adult suction systems with Flex Connectors that may become loose or disconnect during use, risking patient safety. Affected models include various sizes and colors.
Certain Flex Connectors supplied with Halyard Closed Suction Kits with Flex Connector may become loose or disconnect before use or during use.
Halyard Health is recalling adult suction systems that may have loose or disconnecting Flex Connectors, which could lead to improper liquid removal from a patient's airway. This poses a risk of aspiration or other complications if the system fails during use.
Certain Flex Connectors in the suction system can become loose or disconnect before use or during use. This could cause the suction to fail, potentially leading to liquid or semisolids entering the patient's airway and causing aspiration or other complications.
Healthcare professionals using Halyard Closed Suction Systems for adults are most at risk. Patients receiving suction therapy with these devices may be affected if the system disconnects.
Check for models labeled with 'HALYARD* 12FR DSE', 'HALYARD* 14FR DSE', or 'HALYARD* 16FR DSE' followed by specific sizes and colors (white, green, orange). The product codes listed in the recall include numbers like 2160, 22108130, 22103, etc.
Look for the product code on the label, such as 2160, 22108130, or 22103.
Reach out to Halyard Health for specific guidance on whether your model is affected and what steps to take.
Affected models include HALYARD* 12FR DSE (white), 14FR DSE (green), and 16FR DSE (orange) with specific product codes like 2160, 22108130, and 22103.
The recall is due to Flex Connectors that may become loose or disconnect during use, which could lead to improper liquid removal from a patient's airway.
No, but you should check if your model is affected and contact Halyard Health for specific instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Halyard to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1427-2018 — Halyard Halyard Hello, I own a Halyard that is covered by recall Z-1427-2018 from Halyard. 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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