Portex Low Dead Space Connector with Sideport, 3.5mm Product Usage: The connector is used to attach the endotracheal tube to the patient breathing circuit. The low dead space connector minimizes mechanical dead space and subsequent carbon dioxide rebreathing. The connector's sideport permits access for administration of artificial surfactant, airway pressure monitoring, gas sampling, and instillation of sterile saline for airway leakage.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot or Serial No: 2553426
- 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:
- One lot of 3.0mm sized Connectors, Product Reorder No. 10035-05PS, Lot No. 2553426 were placed in packages labeled as size 3.5mm.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Portex Low Dead Space Connector with Sideport, 3.5mm Product Usage: The connector is used to attach the endotracheal tube to the patient breathing circuit. The low dead space connector minimizes mechanical dead space and subsequent carbon dioxide rebreathing. The connector's sideport permits access for administration of artificial surfactant, airway pressure monitoring, gas sampling, and instillation of sterile saline for airway leakage.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot or Serial No: 2553426
Distribution:
Distributed in: US
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1641-2014
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