The FDA issued a Class 1 recall for the Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Reusable Breathing Circuit, according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
Some of the reusable breathing circuit tubes were found to have some holes, which could lead to a gas leak in the breathing system and be lethal to a patient.
The affected device is Model 900MR068. All systems should be inspected and defective products discarded.
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Some of the reusable breathing circuit tubes were found to have some holes, which could lead to a gas leak in the breathing system and be lethal to a patient.
The affected device is Model 900MR068. All systems should be inspected and defective products discarded.
More Articles on Anesthesia:
TeamHealth Acquires Northern Valley Anesthesiology in New Jersey
MGMA Ranks Asheville Anesthesia Associates 'Superior'
FDA Accepts Merck New Drug Application for Sugammadex Sodium Injection