Teleflex Medical recalls Sterile Sheridan/HVT Cuffed, Murphy Eye, Tracheal Tube, Ref: V5-10314, ID: 7.0 mm, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Teleflex I…

Recall date

May 5, 2016

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1938-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Teleflex Medical

Sold / distributed

US Distribution to states of: AL, AZ, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NY, NC, OK, PA, RI, TX and UT.

Why it was recalled

The labeling of some units indicates that it contains a size 7mm tracheal tube, but may contain a size 7.5mm tracheal tube.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Sterile Sheridan/HVT Cuffed, Murphy Eye, Tracheal Tube, Ref: V5-10314, ID: 7.0 mm, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Teleflex Incorporated. A tracheal tube is inserted into a patients mouth or nose for airway management.