Medline Recalls Sterile Contro-Vac Suction Catheter Kits Due to Incorrect Sizing
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Medline Industries, LP has issued a recall for certain suction catheter kits after discovering smaller catheters were packed in larger-sized kits, posing respiratory risks.
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What Happened
Medline Industries, LP has identified a packaging error where a smaller 8Fr Suction Catheter may have been incorrectly included within 14Fr Suction Catheter Kits. This discrepancy in size can lead to significant medical complications during use.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects the following medical device:
- Product Name: Sterile Contro-Vac Whistle Tip Suction Cath W/2 Gloves & Pop-Up Cup Vinyl
- Model/Catalogue Number: DYND40972
- Lot Number: 48625040001
What You Should Do
Health Canada and Medline advise customers to immediately identify any remaining stock of the affected lot and discard the product. Users should not attempt to use the catheters from these specific kits.
Why This Matters
The use of a smaller suction catheter than intended may result in the difficulty or total inability to aspirate liquids or semisolids from a patient's upper airway. This failure to clear the airway effectively can lead to serious health consequences, including hypoxia and respiratory failure.
Source
For more information, visit the official Health Canada recall notice.
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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