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Class II Recall

DuraLife Autoclavable Silicone Extension Tube, REF 60-1510 (UltraSet Product Code 66-2505); Swivel Elbow with Suction Po

Smiths Medical ASD Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for DuraLife Autoclavable Silicone Extension Tube, REF 60-1510 (UltraSet Product Cod by Smiths Medical ASD Inc.. Reason: DuraLife devices instructions for cleaning and sterilization have been determined to be inadequate. Specifically, for the DuraLife product, the IFU do.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1582-2023

Action Date

2023-05-24

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

DuraLife Autoclavable Silicone Extension Tube, REF 60-1510 (UltraSet Product Code 66-2505); Swivel Elbow with Suction Port for use with breathing circuits

Lot/Code Info: Lot Numbers: 3572938, 3709023, 3917565, 4081673, 4176083, 4258736, 3582668, 3735447, 3936716, 4090325, 4176084, 4272705, 3602084, 3784974, 3974795, 4100952, 4187591, 4272706, 3617047, 3812333, 4011957, 4104648, 4207974, 4284609, 3623883, 3828394, 4029611, 4119019, 4207975, 4290273, 3631678, 3836006, 4038969, 4138936, 4220676, 4333910, 3662331, 3874536, 4063254, 4148601, 4242511, 4340649, 3688907, 3884430, 4067164, 4160298, 4254341, 4348704, 3693346, 3904854, 4076803, 4167797, 4258735

Quantity Affected: 14941 units

Reason for Recall

DuraLife devices instructions for cleaning and sterilization have been determined to be inadequate. Specifically, for the DuraLife product, the IFU does not provide the cleaning method, duration of autoclave cycle or specify the number of cycles the product can be reused on a single patient.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, New Zealand, and Hong Kong.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-04-05

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 147 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Smiths Medical ASD Inc. has 164 FDA actions in our database, including 162 recalls and 2 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Smiths Medical ASD Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Smiths Medical ASD Inc. have FDA actions?

Smiths Medical ASD Inc. has 164 FDA actions in our database, including 162 recalls and 2 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1582-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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