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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Adult-Pediatric Electrostatic Filter HME, Item Code 352/5877Z - Product Usage: indicated for single use on anesthetized patients and respiratory care patients who require a breathing circuit with ISO standard 15mm or 22 mm connectors.

Reported: June 23, 2021 Initiated: April 29, 2021 #Z-1868-2021

Product Description

Adult-Pediatric Electrostatic Filter HME, Item Code 352/5877Z - Product Usage: indicated for single use on anesthetized patients and respiratory care patients who require a breathing circuit with ISO standard 15mm or 22 mm connectors.

Reason for Recall

The company was notified by their supplier of sterilization services for airway products in Italy of potential deviations from validated parameters for ethylene oxide sterilization.

Details

Recalling Firm
Covidien, LP
Units Affected
192000
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of DE, KY, NY, TX, VA, VT, and WA. Global Distribution.
Location
North Haven, CT

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Adult-Pediatric Electrostatic Filter HME, Item Code 352/5877Z - Product Usage: indicated for single use on anesthetized patients and respiratory care patients who require a breathing circuit with ISO standard 15mm or 22 mm connectors.. Recalled by Covidien, LP. Units affected: 192000.
Why was this product recalled?
The company was notified by their supplier of sterilization services for airway products in Italy of potential deviations from validated parameters for ethylene oxide sterilization.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 23, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1868-2021.