Halyard Health, Inc recalls KimVent* Closed Suction System for Adults, 12 F, T-Piece (Product Code 2155); KimVent* Closed Suction System for Adults,

Recalled September 9, 2015 · FDA recall Z-2492-2015 · Halyard Health

Hazard

The thumb valve of some KIMVENT Closed Suction Systems remained partially open after suctioning was completed, even though the valve appeared to be closed or in the "LOCKED" position. · FDA Class II

Units

19,250 cases

Sold at

Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide and Puerto Rico and Internationally to Canada

Description

The thumb valve of some KIMVENT Closed Suction Systems remained partially open after suctioning was completed, even though the valve appeared to be closed or in the "LOCKED" position.

Product

KimVent* Closed Suction System for Adults, 12 F, T-Piece (Product Code 2155); KimVent* Closed Suction System for Adults, 14 F, T-Piece (Product Code 2205, 8169, 8248, 22015, 22025, 220125, 220135) A tracheobronchial suction catheter is a device that is attached to a port of the airway circuit for use as needed to aspirate liquids or semisolids from a patient's upper airway.

Manufacturer(s)

Halyard Health, Inc

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →