Kimberly Clark Microcuff Endotracheal Tube, Pediatric Oral Curved, sizes 3.0mm, 3.5mm, 4.0mm and 4.5mm, Rx Only, Sterile, Manufacturer: Kimberly-Clark NV Belgicastraat 13, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium, Made in Malaysia
FDA Recall Z-1144-2007 · Posted 2007-08-08
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Recalling FirmKimberly-Clark Corporation
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeBTR
Date Initiated2007-06-04
Date Terminated2008-06-12
Product Quantity4376 cases (43760 units/total for both products)
Reason for Recall
The tubes may kink during use which may impede or prevent ventilation.
Firm Action
Consignees were notified by letter sent via overnight mail on/about June 4, 2007. A follow-up letter was sent to consignees via fax on June 5, 2007. Consignees were instructed to cease distributing the product and return all affected product in inventory to Kimberly-Clark. Distributors were instructed to notify their accounts of the recall. A Product Recall Response Sheet (Packing Slip) was attached to the recall notice.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide, including USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, Chile, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, India, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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