A Class I recall of 6 million Teleflex (NYSE:TFX) Sheridan endotracheal tubes and connectors indicated for use on patients under general anesthesia has expanded to include connector kits manufactured by Centurion Medical Products, according to the FDA.
Teleflex began recalling multiple models of its Hudson RCI Sheridan and Sheridan endotracheal tubes in June 2019 due to complaints of the Sheridan connector dislodging from the endotracheal tube and disconnecting the patient from the breathing circuit. This may result in insufficient oxygenation, decrease in vital signs, or death.
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