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.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: model 60PFS45, lots 3991171 (202 units), 3991172 (117 units), and 3988103 (229 units).
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Smiths Medical ASD Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- 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.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full 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.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
model 60PFS45, lots 3991171 (202 units), 3991172 (117 units), and 3988103 (229 units).
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1145-2021
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