FDA Recall Open, Classified

RUSCH Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set, oral/nasal, REF numbers: a) 170050 b) 170055 c) 170060 d) 170065 e) 170070 f) 170075 g) 170080 h) 170085 i) 170090 j) 170095

Recall: Z-2319-2021 · Initiated July 16, 2021

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2319-2021
Event Number
88353
Firm
Teleflex Medical Europe Ltd Ida Business Park Athlone Ireland
FEI Number
3007134520
Product Code
BTR
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
July 16, 2021

Description

RUSCH Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set, oral/nasal, REF numbers: a) 170050 b) 170055 c) 170060 d) 170065 e) 170070 f) 170075 g) 170080 h) 170085 i) 170090 j) 170095

Reason

The firm received reports that the endotracheal tube cuff could be inflated while the pilot balloon remained flat.

Action

The firm initiated the recall by letter on 07/16/2021. The letter explained the issue and requested the return of the product. Distributors were directed to notify their customers.

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution.

Quantity

32410 units