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FDA Devices Critical Class I Ongoing

PORTEX Bivona Tracheostomy Silicone Tube, labeled as: a) 3.0MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS30; b) 3.5MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS35; c) 4.0MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS40

Reported: September 4, 2024 Initiated: May 29, 2024 #Z-2594-2024

Product Description

PORTEX Bivona Tracheostomy Silicone Tube, labeled as: a) 3.0MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS30; b) 3.5MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS35; c) 4.0MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS40

Reason for Recall

Smiths Medical has identified that the securement flange of specific lots of the Bivona Neonatal/Pediatric and Adult Tracheostomy products may tear because of a manufacturing defect.

Details

Recalling Firm
Smiths Medical ASD Inc.
Units Affected
36219 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution.
Location
Minneapolis, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
PORTEX Bivona Tracheostomy Silicone Tube, labeled as: a) 3.0MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS30; b) 3.5MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS35; c) 4.0MM FLEXTEND NEO STRAIGHT TRACH TUBE , Product Code/List Number/Item Code 60NFPS40. Recalled by Smiths Medical ASD Inc.. Units affected: 36219 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Smiths Medical has identified that the securement flange of specific lots of the Bivona Neonatal/Pediatric and Adult Tracheostomy products may tear because of a manufacturing defect.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 4, 2024. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-2594-2024.