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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Shiley Neonatal, Pediatric and Long Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube with TaperGuard Cuff. Intended for use in providing tracheal access for airway managements.

Z-1951-2015

May 08, 2015

Class I

Product summary

Firm
Covidien LP (formerly Nellcor Puritan Bennett Inc.)
Event
Event 71197
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class I
Quantity
69,461 units total
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1951-2015

Official wording

Reason: Reports where patients who recently switched from the current Shiley Neonatal and Pediatric products to the affected products experienced discomfort and in some cases, breathing difficulties, corresponding to a negative effect on oxygen levels.

Code information: All products manufactured since 2/2012.

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution. US nationwide, Canada, Australia, Belgium, Chile, Germany, Israel, Italy, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Turkey, and Uruguay.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Reports where patients who recently switched from the current Shiley Neonatal and Pediatric products to the affected products experienced discomfort and in some cases, breathing difficulties, corresponding to a negative effect on oxygen levels.