The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1860-2023·Announced 2023-07-05

Endotracheal Tube Connector Disconnection Recall

TELEFLEX LLC is recalling Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tubes (REF 1700100) due to reports of the 15mm connector disconnecting from the device during use.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class I medical device recall. Per the severity rubric, FDA Class I recalls must be scored at minimum 4 (Severe). The endotracheal tube is a critical airway management device; connector disconnection could impair ventilation and oxygen delivery.

Plain-English summary

TELEFLEX LLC is recalling the Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set, oral/nasal (REF 1700100), distributed nationwide including Puerto Rico. The recall affects approximately 190 units with batch numbers 18IG06 and 18KG44 (UDI/DI 4026704319633).

Reports have been received of the 15mm connector disconnecting from the endotracheal tube. Disconnection of the connector could impair airway management during procedures in which the device is in use.

Healthcare facilities and providers should identify affected products by batch number. Contact TELEFLEX LLC or consult FDA recall guidance for instructions regarding product removal, replacement, or proper disposition.

The recalled product

Product
Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tube and Stylet Set, oral/nasal, REF 1700100
Manufacturer
TELEFLEX LLC
Category
Medical Device — Airway Management
Hazard
  • connector-disconnection
  • device-malfunction
  • airway-compromise

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • UDI/DI 4026704319633
  • Batch Numbers: 18IG06
  • 18KG44

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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