Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1145-2021 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Smiths Medical ASD Inc. |
| Report date | Mar 3, 2021 |
| Recall initiation date | Jan 18, 2021 |
| Quantity | 548 units |
| Location | Minneapolis, MN, United States |
Official product description
Tube Tracheostomy and Tube Cuff, Bivona Cuffless Neonatal/Pediatric FlexTend" Tracheostomy Tube (model 60PFS45, lots 3991171, 3991172, and 3988103) V Neck Flange 4.5mm - Product Usage: intended to provide direct airway access for a tracheotomized patient for up to 29 days. It may be reprocessed for single-patient use up to 5 times.
Why the product was recalled
Smiths Medical became aware that three lot numbers of a specific model of Bivona Cuffless FlexTend" Tracheostomy Tube (model 60PFS45, lots 3991171, 3991172, and 3988103) may have been incorrectly packaged with a straight neck flange instead of a V-neck flange. As a result, there is potential for patient injury if an incorrect device or accessory is selected for use. This use could lead to an internal injury resulting from excessive device contact with tissue, or an external patient injury due to external portions of the device pressing into or rubbing against tissue.
Distribution information
US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, UT, VA, and WA.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.
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