February 2015 MedSun Newsletter
Recalls and Safety Alerts:
Bone Graft Substitutes Containing Recombinant Proteins or Synthetic Peptides in Patients Under Age 18: FDA Safety Communication
FDA recommends against routine use of these products in patients under age 18 because their safety and effectiveness has not been reviewed or approved for use in this population…
Nellcor Puritan Bennett, 980 Ventilator System – Class I Recall
Cracks on the circuit boards of affected devices may cause the ventilator’s display screen to dim and give off a burning smell. There is no risk of fire due to this issue, but the part needs to be replaced so information on the display screen will be visible…
KimVent Microcuff Subglottic Suctioning Endotracheal Tubes by Halyard Health: Class I Recall
The cuff inflation line of certain affected tubes may detach from the tube during use (if pulled, tugged, or excess tube/patient movement occurs)…
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