PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Critical Class I Ongoing

Medline Sub-G Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning: (1) REF DYNJ18860, Polyurethane Cuff 6.0 mm ID; (2) REF DYNJ18865, Polyurethane Cuff 6.5 mm ID; (3) REF DYNJ18870, Polyurethane Cuff 7.0 mm ID; (4) REF DYNJ18875, Polyurethane Cuff 7.5 mm ID; (5) REF DYNJ18880, Polyurethane Cuff 8.0 mm ID; and (6) REF DYNJ18885, Polyurethane Cuff 8.5 mm ID. Medline SubG Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning packaged into the following convenience kits: (1) Medline Intubation Kit - D

Reported: June 5, 2024 Initiated: February 26, 2024 #Z-1876-2024

Product Description

Medline Sub-G Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning: (1) REF DYNJ18860, Polyurethane Cuff 6.0 mm ID; (2) REF DYNJ18865, Polyurethane Cuff 6.5 mm ID; (3) REF DYNJ18870, Polyurethane Cuff 7.0 mm ID; (4) REF DYNJ18875, Polyurethane Cuff 7.5 mm ID; (5) REF DYNJ18880, Polyurethane Cuff 8.0 mm ID; and (6) REF DYNJ18885, Polyurethane Cuff 8.5 mm ID. Medline SubG Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning packaged into the following convenience kits: (1) Medline Intubation Kit - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010502, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 6 kits/case; (2) Medline Intubation Tube - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010527, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 6 kits/case; (3) Medline Adult Intubation, Reorder No. ACC010540, containing 8.5 size subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (4) Medline Adult Intubation, Reorder No. ACC010540A, containing 8.5 size subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (5) Medline Airway Kit - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010717, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (6) Medline Airway Kit, Reorder No. DYNDJ1132, containing 7.0, 7.5, and 8.0 sizes subglottic cuff, 26 kits/case; (7) Medline Adult Intubation W Evac, Reorder No. DYNDJ1133, containing 7.0, 7.5, and 8.0 sizes subglottic cuff, 10 kits/case; (8) Medline Backup Kit, Reorder No. DYNJ909501, containing 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 1 kit/package; (9) Medline Backup Kit, Reorder No. DYNJ909501A, containing 6.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 1 kit/package; (10) Medline Adult Intubation Tray, Reorder No. DYNJAA269, containing 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 10 kits/case.

Reason for Recall

Complaints have been received that the device inflation tube detached and/or tore from the main tube, resulting in potential moisture buildup, loss of pressure, or inability to inflate. There were also reports the suction pump is difficult to connect or detaches during use.

Details

Units Affected
168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits
Distribution
Distribution was nationwide. There was government/military distributon. Foreign distribution was made to San Salvador and United Arab Emirates.
Location
Northfield, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Medline Sub-G Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning: (1) REF DYNJ18860, Polyurethane Cuff 6.0 mm ID; (2) REF DYNJ18865, Polyurethane Cuff 6.5 mm ID; (3) REF DYNJ18870, Polyurethane Cuff 7.0 mm ID; (4) REF DYNJ18875, Polyurethane Cuff 7.5 mm ID; (5) REF DYNJ18880, Polyurethane Cuff 8.0 mm ID; and (6) REF DYNJ18885, Polyurethane Cuff 8.5 mm ID. Medline SubG Endotracheal Tube with Subglottic Suctioning packaged into the following convenience kits: (1) Medline Intubation Kit - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010502, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 6 kits/case; (2) Medline Intubation Tube - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010527, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 6 kits/case; (3) Medline Adult Intubation, Reorder No. ACC010540, containing 8.5 size subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (4) Medline Adult Intubation, Reorder No. ACC010540A, containing 8.5 size subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (5) Medline Airway Kit - Drawer 3, Reorder No. ACC010717, containing 6.0, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 3 kits/case; (6) Medline Airway Kit, Reorder No. DYNDJ1132, containing 7.0, 7.5, and 8.0 sizes subglottic cuff, 26 kits/case; (7) Medline Adult Intubation W Evac, Reorder No. DYNDJ1133, containing 7.0, 7.5, and 8.0 sizes subglottic cuff, 10 kits/case; (8) Medline Backup Kit, Reorder No. DYNJ909501, containing 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 1 kit/package; (9) Medline Backup Kit, Reorder No. DYNJ909501A, containing 6.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 1 kit/package; (10) Medline Adult Intubation Tray, Reorder No. DYNJAA269, containing 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, and 8.5 sizes subglottic cuff, 10 kits/case.. Recalled by MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield. Units affected: 168,632 tubes and 13,092 kits.
Why was this product recalled?
Complaints have been received that the device inflation tube detached and/or tore from the main tube, resulting in potential moisture buildup, loss of pressure, or inability to inflate. There were also reports the suction pump is difficult to connect or detaches during use.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 5, 2024. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1876-2024.