Vital Signs Disposable General Purpose 9 French Temperature Probe For monitoring of core temperature

There is a potential for epistaxis during use of the Disposable General Purpose 9 French Temperature Probe.

The firm,GE Healthcare, sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION" letter and Confirmation form on August 17, 2012 via Fed Ex to its consignees/customers. The letter describes the product, problem and action to be taken. The customers were instructed to do the following: Do not use the Disposable General Purpose 9 French Temperature Probe P/N 1016 or 1016EU; return all unopened product(s) to Vital Signs Devices (VSD) 11039 East Lansing Circle, Englewood, CO 80112-note: replacements and/or refunds discussed in letter are available only in exchange for the return of any unopened product(s); complete and return the URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION CONFIRMATION via fax to: 800-535-7923; forward a copy of the letter to any institutions they may have forwarded the product and for customers using the GXXXXX64 kit that includes the Disposable General Purpose 9 French Temperature Probe follow the directions listed in the letter. Note: VSD is removing p/n 1016 and 1016EU, Disposable General Purpose 9 French Temperature Probe, from the market and offering a replacement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this notification, contact Customer Service at +1-800-932-0760 (Domestic & International). Hours of Operation 8:00 am EST to 6:00 pm EST.